Measures added to prevent parking on Harewood Road in Skipton

Harewood Road, Skipton (Image from Google Maps)

Craven District Council says it's working with residents of a private road in Skipton to stop drivers parking on it.

People who live on Harewood Road, which is just off Gargrave Road and runs alongside Aireville Park, say they've been verbally abused and had damage to their properties by vehicles turning - as well as problems with access to their homes.

Now, additional 'no parking' signs are being erected along with markings on the road and a knee rail where the current parking spaces are. There will also be planters and a 'Private Road' sign.

The road is a private road, partly owned by residents and partly owned by the council.

Councillor David Ireton, Craven District Council’s Lead Member for Resilient Communities, said: “We know the residents of Harewood Road have experienced many problems with people parking and using their road inconsiderately.

“We’ve listened carefully to what the residents have told us and have come up with a plan to help them.

“I would urge people to abide by these signs and markings, show consideration for the residents, and not to use this private road for parking or school drop-offs.”

 Contractors will be carrying out the works over the next few days and drivers are asked not to park on the road from Monday September 14.

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