Bid to introduce parking charges at popular Cornish harbour
Plans have been revealed for the change
The company which owns and runs Porthleven harbour is planning to introduce charges for cars parking along the popular harbour.
Previously free to park on the road at the tourism hotspot, Porthleven Harbour & Dock Company says it now needs to introduce a pay and display parking machine on Commercial Road alongside the harbour .
The company has submitted a pre-application for Cornwall Council advice in readiness for a full planning application.
In a supporting statement, Porthleven Harbour & Dock Company said: “In a move to enhance the upkeep and development of the area and continue to maintain the harbour, Porthleven Harbour & Dock Company needs to implement parking charges along Commercial Road in Porthleven.
“This will generate necessary revenue for the maintenance and improvement of the harbour and surrounding public areas benefiting both locals and visitors.
“There will be no change to the parking which has been in place since cars were first in Porthleven. The only change is a requirement to pay a reasonable fee to park on the road, something every other village and town in across the UK have implemented in some form or another.
“For years, the harbour vicinity has enjoyed free parking accessibility, contributing to its appeal. However the activities of the harbour have changed significantly and there is no longer any commercial fishing and the village relies heavily on tourism to support its local economy.
“Tourism has flourished, increasing activities and visitation which requires new measures to sustain its growth and charm.”