Hi,
Been learning a load form these forums (thank you!) But at a stage where I don't know what to do next.
I parked in an area managed by HX Car parks. From within the car park the ticket machine isn't visible; the only machine in view is on the edge of the car park (the road name shares the same name as the car park so it seemed logical that the ticket machine was one and the same.) Essentially a valid ticket was purchased, just from a different parking scheme on the same street. It turned out the official ticket machine was hidden away around a corner.
However, as the keeper I received the charge notice. I appealed directly with evidence. It was rejected. I received this while on holiday so had to make a paid for appeal to the IAS when I returned. It was rejected.
So now I have 14 days to pay.
What's not clear is:
What other options do I have?
How much can they increase the fine?
How do I avoid it going to court? (From a time and expense perspective)
Still reluctant to pay - the signage is absent - but don't see I have much choice.
Any suggestions?