Yes, I just have the windscreen notice, and yes, it was Sussex Security Solutions.
So I definitely shouldn't write until I get a letter, even though the "fine" will go up?
So I would be appealing on point 2:
1. The vehicle was not improperly parked. If you weren't parked where the operator said you were, you hadn't overstayed, you clearly displayed your ticket or there weren't proper signs in place.
2. The parking charge exceeds the relevant amount. If...
MSE seems to suggest you should argue in your initial letter though?! and that only 55% win with Popla?
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/reclaim/private-parking-tickets
To be honest, it just never occurred to me that the spaces marked for visitors would need a permit. The other spaces had big signs saying "residents' parking only".
Thanks for all your advice Westdene, it's a great help. I had a look on Pepipoo but it isn't laid out very well...
I've never had anything like this before as I wouldn't knowingly break any rules.
Did you not read my post? I parked in one of the (many, empty) visitors parking spaces at the flats where I was visiting my friend. I had no idea that I wasn't supposed to do this. How is it in any way comparable to parking in someone's driveway? This is a very large car park.
Does not recognise their authority? So I shouldn't mention that I didn't see any signs or anything? I certainly have no intention of paying it. I can't afford to.
Sorry, I know there have been loads of these threads but just seeking some reassurance.
I just walked up to Hove to pick up my car (left it at a friend's last night having had a few beers). It was parked in the private car park of some of the flats on Holland Road. My car had a "Parking...