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So, there’s been a bit of a kerfuffle over at Countesswells Road, where drivers have been parking on the cobbles for years. But all of a sudden, the rules have changed, and people are scratching their heads over what they can and can’t do. What’s the deal with this area, you ask? Well, let me break it down for you.

Let’s set the scene: Countesswells Road, home to a cozy little row of shops including the local Co-op, a pet store, a hairdresser, a fishmonger, and a coffee shop called Figment. Sounds like a charming little spot, right? Well, it used to be a convenient parking spot too, with space for around nine cars on the cobbles right outside the shops. But hold your horses, because things have taken a turn for the worse for our dear drivers.

The issue at hand? The new law on pavement parking that rolled into Aberdeen back in July 2024. If you park on the pavement, you could be slapped with a hefty fine of up to £100. Ouch. And guess what? Those cobbles that everyone’s been using as a parking lot? Yep, they’re considered pavement too. So, if you’re one of the unsuspecting drivers who thought it was all good to park there, think again. You might just find a lovely fine waiting for you when you come back to your car. Not really sure why this matters, but hey, rules are rules, right?