Harrow PCN – Should you Pay or Appeal? 

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In this article, we’ll provide clear information on:

• What a Harrow Council Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) is.
• If you need to pay Harrow parking fines.
• How to appeal a Harrow PCN.
• Things to keep in mind to avoid future parking fines in Harrow.
• What could happen if you choose not to pay the fine.

We know that receiving a parking fine can be a bother, but rest assured that you’re not alone. In 2021, Churchill Motor Insurance reported an 8% increase in penalty charge notices (PCNs) in Britain, with over 5.2 million issued.¹

Don’t worry; we have many useful tips and examples to guide you through this and make your options clearer. Let’s get started.

What is a Harrow PCN?

Harrow Council can issue Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) to any motorist who is deemed to have committed a parking or minor traffic contravention within the council area.

For example, if you use any car parks in Harrow that are owned by the local authority and don’t pay when you’re supposed to (or overstay), you can be issued a PCN.

These are legally enforceable fines.

Not paying for (adequate) parking or driving through a bus lane are the common reasons that Harrow Council might serve you with a PCN. 

You won’t be able to do a Harrow PCN check online until it has been served, so if you’re worried you may have been caught, you’ll just have to wait it out.

Harrow Council employ enforcement officers to leave PCNs on the windshields of vehicles. But it’s also possible to be served a Harrow PCN in the post.

When this happens it means your contravention was seen on camera, and the council requested your address from the DVLA. 

Harrow Penalty Charge Notices are not the same as private parking fines in Harrow. 

Check out what happened to one motorist who got a PCN in Harrow for parking with one or more wheels on a footpath.

Source: Moneysavingexpert

Do you have to pay a Harrow Council PCN?

Unfortunately, you do have to pay your PCN Harrow within 28 days unless you plan on appealing against it.

Otherwise, you will be subject to an even bigger fine and possible court action.

Find out exactly what will happen if you ignore a PCN below! 

How do I challenge PCN on Harrow Council?

If you believe the PCN was unfairly issued, you can make an appeal.

A Harrow Council Penalty Charge Notice challenge must be made online by submitting a statement of why you want the PCN cancelled.

Your appeal is stronger if you can also supply evidence that supports your arguments. 

If accepted, you will not have to pay the fine. And if rejected, you will be sent details on how to escalate your appeal to London Tribunals – if desired. 

The council must respond to your formal appeal within 56 days, as per the Traffic Management Act 2004.

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Appeal Process Steps

Appealing your PCN may seem challenging, but don’t worry! I’ve put together this table to help you better understand the steps you should take. For more information on PCNs, be sure to check out our detailed guide.

How much is a Harrow Council PCN?

You’ll have to pay between £60 and £130 after receiving a Harrow Council PCN, depending on the location and seriousness of the contravention.

But your fine can be reduced by 50% if you pay within 14 or 21 days, as stated on the parking ticket.

This means your Harrow PCN may only cost you as little as £30. 

What happens if you ignore a Harrow Council PCN?

People who ignore a Harrow Council PCN get sent a charge certificate which gives them an additional 14 days to pay an increased fine.

You’ll now have to pay 50% more than your initial fine within two weeks, which could be as much as £195.

Ignoring a charge certificate isn’t wise.

If a court order has been issued and you are still reluctant to pay, the council can use bailiffs to get its money. 

A bailiff will try to get you to make a payment or seize possession of your assets to be sold at auction.

Bailiffs add their own charges to your debt, which can be more than double the amount you owe, so it’s best to avoid an escalation like this. 

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How to pay a Harrow PCN?

There are many ways to pay a Harrow PCN. You can pay using their automated payment line, by sending a cheque in the post and you can pay online using the council’s website.

Whichever payment method you choose, you’ll need a few details to hand.

You need to identify the fine you’re paying, which requires:

• Your vehicle registration number
• Your PCN reference number

A PCN reference number is the number that is found on your parking ticket, usually at the top of the notice.

If you have lost this you’ll need to contact the council to ask for a replacement before you can pay. 

How do I get a parking permit in Harrow?

You can apply for a Harrow Council parking permit using the council’s website.

This service is open to local residents, visitors and businesses. The cost of these permits differs between categories and locations. 

Is parking free in Harrow?

There are some areas in Harrow where parking is free or it is free for a limited period.

Otherwise, you’ll need to pay for the amount of time you are parked on a street or in a council car park.

Failing to pay when required can result in being issued a Harrow PCN. 

Harrow PCN contact number

There isn’t an exclusive Harrow Council PCN contact number to speak to someone about the PCN.

You can call the council’s general number or use the Harrow PCN email address in the table below.

The number in the table below is only to make a Harrow Council Penalty Charge Notice payment.

References

1. Direct Line Group — Parking Fines Statistics