Enquiries & Challenges

When you contest a Penalty Charge Notice your case will be placed on hold as soon as we receive your correspondence. Your case will remain on hold until it is assessed and a response is sent out. This takes approximately 10 workings days from receipt.

If you would like to contest your penalty on line please select one of the following:

If you HAVE NOT received a Notice to Owner and wish to challenge

If you HAVE received a Notice to Owner and wish to make a formal representation

If you have received your Notice to Owner and are submitting a Formal Representation you will need to include your webcode (printed on the first page of the Notice to Owner).

What is a Notice to Owner?

Alternatively, you can contact us in writing:

TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL
PO BOX 8259
CLACTON-ON-SEA
ESSEX
CO15 6WZ

All other enquires concerning the car parks, including information regarding penalty tickets or service standards, can be made in writing at the above address, by telephoning 01255 686969, or e-mailing parkingservices@tendringdc.gov.uk.

To pay your Penalty Charge Notice

More information about automated telephone and Internet payments

Cheque or postal order through the post:

Please enclose your Penalty Charge Notice or write your Penalty Charge Number on the reverse of your cheque/postal order. Cheques should be crossed and made payable to Tendring District Council.

Please do not send cash through the post and allow at least three days for 2nd class post.

Send your Penalty Charge Notice payment to the following address:

TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL
PO BOX 8259
CLACTON-ON-SEA
ESSEX
CO15 6WZ

Decriminalisation Of Parking Enforcement Information

Summary - The new powers will enable District and Borough Councils in the County to:-

• Keep Tendring Moving - Main roads will be kept clear of illegally parked vehicles, particularly during rush hour traffic.
• Support Local Businesses - Areas of short-term parking, such as outside local shops, will receive more attention, increasing the potential for local trade.
• Support Town Centre Needs - Encouraging commuters and other drivers to use long-stay car parks where appropriate, freeing up short-stay car park spaces for drivers who need them.
• Increase Parking for Residents - Discouraging people from parking in permit only areas.
• Increase Blue Badge Benefits - Increased enforcement of existing parking spaces for disabled drivers will improve availability for Blue Badge holders.
  
  Frequently Asked Questions about Decriminalised Parking Enforcement

Operational Parking Enforcement Policy