Brent Council is set to review its parking strategy to address concerns surrounding electric vehicle infrastructure and the increasing demand for kerbside space. The review, which will begin in the autumn, is expected to result in a new strategy that will be in place for approximately five years.
The Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee met on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to discuss the council's parking policies. Councillor Mary Mitchell highlighted the need for the forthcoming strategy to align with wider council objectives, including active travel and biodiversity. These wider policies include the 'Climate & Ecological Emergency Strategy' and the 'Borough Plan'.
Councillor Mitchell also raised concerns about the term parking strategy
when competing demands for kerbside space, such as EV charging points, deliveries, micromobility, and greening, are evident. Councillor Ben echoed these concerns, noting that residents view kerbside space as a shared asset and highlighting the competing demands for cycle parking, biodiversity, planting, and climate resilience.
Officers confirmed that an officer-led group has been established to ensure integrated strategies, drawing expertise from various disciplines. To inform the decisions of the new parking strategy, a new map-based system for traffic orders is being introduced in the autumn. This public-facing system will provide a platform to view parking restrictions and the location of electric vehicle charging points and bike hangars, offering metrics around kerbside usage.
The committee's discussions were informed by the public reports pack, available at Public reports pack Wednesday 02-Sep-2026 18.00 Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committee.pdf.
