Richmond Council Climate Action Plan
Richmond Council is currently addressing sustainable transport options by repurposing vacant car club bays.
Richmond Council is addressing sustainable transport provision following the withdrawal of Zipcar from the UK market, which left 58 car club bays vacant. In February 2026, the Transport and Air Quality Committee discussed proposals to repurpose these bays and encourage new car club operators.
To reduce barriers for new operators and maintain car club provision, the council is proposing to waive car club parking permit prices until April 2027. This initiative aims to support alternative transport options as part of the council's broader climate action efforts.
Key facts
- The Transport and Air Quality Committee discussed proposals on February 2, 2026. Source
- Richmond Council is set to repurpose 58 vacant car club bays. Source
- The council proposes to waive car club parking permit prices until April 2027. Source
- Zipcar withdrew from the UK market, leaving a number of bays empty. Source
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