Changes to the way Hartlepool Borough Council-managed car parks in Hartlepool town centre operate are set to come into force from 1 June 2026.
From this date, the popular “Free after 3pm” parking promotions at the East Side, Multi-Storey and Basement car parks will come to an end. As a result, standard parking charges will apply until 6pm daily at these locations.
In addition, Sunday parking charges will be introduced across all Hartlepool Borough Council on-street and off-street parking sites, bringing Sundays in line with the current charging structure for the rest of the week.
These changes form part of the Council’s 2026/27 budget which was approved earlier this year, and reflect a requirement for the Car Parking Service to generate additional income in the current financial year. The measures have been going through a statutory legal process prior to their implementation on 1 June.
Residents and visitors are advised to check signage and parking information when using Council-managed car parks to ensure they are aware of updated charges and conditions.