Dedicated staff parking at 29 Station Way W – secure, permit-only, next to County Hall.
🚗 Type: Private Staff-Only Car Park (Buckinghamshire Council premises)
🕒 Open: 06:00–20:00 Mon–Fri; closed weekends & Bank Holidays
🌟 Rating: N/A (restricted access)
💰 Permits & Access
Eligibility: Council employees with valid Buckinghamshire Council staff permit
Permit Types:
Annual Permit: £120/year; unlimited weekday access
Monthly Permit: £12/month; pro-rata for mid-term joiners
Visitor Permits: Temporary permits issued via Facilities Office (max 2 h)
Enforcement:
Automatic barrier with RFID permit reader
CCTV-monitored; permit-less vehicles ticketed and towed
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
Feature | Detail |
---|---|
Total Spaces | 75 bays |
Reserved Bays | 10 priority bays (senior management) |
Disabled Bays | 4 marked bays, free for blue-badge holders |
Electric Vehicle Bays | 2 dedicated bays (smart-charging enabled) |
Surface | Level tarmac with anti-skid surfacing (2022 resurfacing) |
Lighting | 10 LED floodlights (15 lux throughout) |
Drainage | Central channel drains; annual jet-wash clearance |
Security | 8 CCTV cameras; onsite security patrol 06:00–20:00 |
Barrier | Automated rise/barrier arm with intercom for guest access |
♿ Accessibility Features
Disabled Access: Four marked bays closest to main entrance
Drop-Off Zone: Covered pull-in directly outside Council reception
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved, level access to footways
Pathways: 2 m-wide smooth footpaths to County Hall lobby
🔌 EV Infrastructure & Future Plans
Current Charging: 2×7 kW smart chargers (staff accounts billed via Council)
Planned Expansion (2025):
+4×22 kW rapid chargers in north corner
Integration with staff card for seamless billing
📅 Usage Patterns & Peak Times
Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
---|---|---|
Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | 95 % | Early-arrival staff |
Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Mid-day shift changes |
Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 85 % | Late-shift overlap |
Fridays after 15:00 | 50 % | Early departers |
Pro Tip: Apply for a morning-slot permit if your role starts before 08:00 to guarantee a bay.
🚶 Walkability & Transport Links
Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
---|---|---|
County Hall Main Entrance | 1 min | Immediate access to offices |
Aylesbury Station | 10 min | Trains to London Marylebone & Birmingham |
Bus Stop (Route 50) | Adjacent | Frequent link to town centre |
Staff Canteen | 2 min | Subsidized meals & break area |
🅿️ Alternative (Overflow) Parking
Site | Distance | Access | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Friarscroft Surface Car Park | 5 min | Permit-only overflow | Open when main lot is full; staff key fob required |
Buckingham Road Public Car Park | 7 min | Public pay & display | Free after 18:00; ticket at machine |
⚠️ Important Policies & Notices
Weekend Closure: Barrier remains locked; no access without Facilities key
Permit Display: RFID tag must be visible on windscreen at all times
Towing & Penalties: Unauthorized vehicles removed; £100 recovery fee applies
Maintenance: Monthly surface and drainage inspections; next due June 2025
📌 Staff Tips
Shift Workers: Reserve an early-arrival permit slot via the intranet booking system.
EV Drivers: Charge overnight by plugging in before 19:00 Mon–Fri (charges daily capped).
Visitors: Request visitor permit 24 h in advance to avoid intercom delays.
🔮 Future Developments
Q3 2025: Install additional rapid EV chargers; trial solar canopy over bays
Q4 2025: Upgrade CCTV to AI-driven ANPR for permit compliance
2026: Expand capacity by 20 bays into adjacent land pending planning approval