Man and Van Hitchin

The Brief · Hitchin

Man and Van for Hitchin

Hitchin's neighbourhoods differ sharply, and a man and van booking needs to reflect that. At the 2021 Census, 52.3% of homes in Hitchin Priory ward were detached. In Hitchin Bearton, close to the centre, 32.3% of households lived in a purpose-built flat. Walsworth and Oughton are mostly semi-detached, at 44.5% and 43.7% of homes. So the same job could mean a long gravel drive on one side of town and a communal stairwell on the other. When you book, tell us the ward or street, the floor and how close a van can stop. Then check the parking rules on both streets, because North Hertfordshire Council has a set process for vans that need to stop where parking is restricted.

North Hertfordshire Council issues parking dispensations for planned work at a property next to parking restrictions, in restricted zones or in residential parking zones. Furniture removals are named as one of the uses. A dispensation is only granted where it is essential for the vehicle to park close to the property.

The conditions are strict. The dispensation notice must be clearly shown on the windscreen or dashboard the whole time the van is parked. The driver must display a contact number or address, park safely and avoid blocking side roads or neighbouring premises. Goods must not be left on the pavement or road, except directly behind the van. If a police officer or civil enforcement officer asks you to move, you must. A dispensation only covers the vehicle, place, times and purpose shown on it. It does not allow general parking, so once the loading is done the van must move. Breaking the conditions means the dispensation is withdrawn.

Each dispensation lasts up to 7 days per vehicle, which comfortably covers a move and any return trips.