đźš— **Residents Feel Trapped in Their Own Street!**
Frustrated residents in Cardiff are feeling trapped and helpless as inconsiderate parking has blocked their street for weeks. The chaos stems from extensive construction at the nearby Cantonian High, part of the ÂŁ110m Fairwater Campus project, bringing two additional schools to the area.
Locals claim rubbish collection lorries, ambulances, and other essential services can’t access their homes. For some, like Rachel Rankmore, whose son Bailey suffers from severe epilepsy, the blocked roads pose a serious risk. She explains, “Rubbish isn’t collected, and some days we can’t even leave the cul-de-sac!”
Parents dropping off kids at school have added to the mayhem, parking on pavements, in front of driveways, and double parking. Residents say it’s a serious accident waiting to happen, especially with children having to navigate through blocked pavements without clear visibility.
Despite complaints to the council, police, and school, residents feel their concerns have fallen on deaf ears. However, the council assures that parking enforcement is in place, with 67 fines issued this year on Fairwater Road and 45 on Doyle Avenue. They’re even considering installing bollards to ease access for waste collection. Until then, residents urge drivers to park responsibly to prevent any further issues or potential accidents.
It’s a situation that’s turning the streets into a battleground of inconvenience and safety risks. Hopefully, solutions are on the way to restore peace and normalcy in this Cardiff neighbourhood! 🏡💬 #CardiffChaos #ParkingPandemic #CommunityConcerns