Welcome to The Turnpike Hill Trust

Frequently Asked Questions

Perimeter Railing and Pedestrian Gates FAQ

Q: Why are the physical security measures being brought in?

A: Open nature of the estate. Open to abuse by muggers and security issues.  Supported by police/safer neighbourhood teams.  Majority vote confirmed at OGM.


Q: How will it affect the general look of the estate?

A: The fence will be in places where there are gaps in garden walls.  The railings will complement the existing barriers.


Q: What about the footpaths?

A: The footpaths will be gated and there will be coded locks.  Gates such as these are widely used by all.


Q: Will the vehicular entrances have gates?

A: Not at this stage.  The three main entrances will be open to vehicular traffic and are covered by CCTV.  If considered in future, will potentially be subject to planning considerations/consultation.


Q: What about post, deliveries and visitors?

A: The vehicular entrances and footpaths remain open


Q:  Will the gate code remain the same?

A: This is subject to verifiable reports of misuse.  Zoning of codes may be considered as necessary, but a single code for all gates will be piloted initially.  Owners will be advised by HML Andertons of the code.


Contacting the Trustees

How should I contact the Trustees, I have a legal issue with the Trust?

Over the years, the various trustees have had to deal with a number of generic enquiries and allegations of a legal nature from a handful of owners. Sometimes, it has appeared that the intention is just to make the trustees’ lives difficult by constantly raising spurious points and demanding replies. None of this has ever benefited the estate and it has often distracted trustees from more important work for everybody.


The trustees have considered with the Trust’s solicitors how to deal with such approaches in future. One of the difficulties is that a few owners seem to take delight in trying to score legal points against the trustees, even though the owners have no real training or experience in the law. We understand they research so-called legal advice internet sites all over the world, which pretend to tell people what their rights are and how to go about enforcing them, while in reality spreading a lot of misinformation and helping nobody. Even when they hit upon a site that makes sense, they misunderstand and misapply what the sites say. Occasionally, owners will allege that they have been given advice by solicitors, but they fail to get their solicitors to come forward with an articulate professional opinion when challenged to. Second-hand legal opinions are never worthwhile, because there is always room for misunderstanding and manipulation of what has been said. Yet the trustees have had to spend the Trust’s money on legal advice to give answers each time, so increasing the estate fees that everybody has to pay.


The trustees have therefore decided that they will no longer attempt, either individually or as a group, to answer any questions or criticisms that have legal implications. Instead, if any owner believes that the trustees are in some way not complying with their legal duties, they should consult their own solicitors first, and instruct the solicitors to write to the trustees if they advise that there is a case to answer. The trustees will then ask the Trust’s solicitors to discuss the issues with the owner’s solicitors, and to advise the trustees about the result of the discussions. If it turns out that the owner and their solicitors have a good point, the trustees will act on it appropriately and change whatever has to be changed. However, please always contact the agents in the first instance.


Obviously, the trustees will always be happy to communicate with owners about any practical and financial matters concerning the Trust Lands, which do not involve legal issues.

Questions regarding the Parking Scheme

1. My car is too large to fit in my garage, where do I park?


You may park in a bay using your SIPPI Permit if you have one or if the bays are occupied use one of the many adjacent main road Council parking bays that are free evenings and Sundays (See 12 and 13).  


2. Our family has two cars, one is garaged, where can I park the second one?  See (1)


3. I store furniture in my garage instead of my car, where can I park my car?  See (1)


4. My landlord doesn’t give me the Permit, where do I park?


If you have use of the garage you can use that or else use one of the adjacent main road Council bays.


5. If I am having a function, can I request additional parking?


Due to limited parking spaces it is not possible to provide addtional parking as it takes away spaces from other residents.  You will need to use one of the many adjacent main road Council bays.


6. I don't have a car but I have a visitor coming by car


You must register your visitor  vehcile on SIPPI to park in a permitted area.


7. I am a taxi driver / delivery man and need to stop outside dwellings while picking up, dropping off.


If you are in attendance of your vehicle and are able to move it if required then you are not ‘parked’ and unlikely to be ticketed.


8. I am disabled and have a blue badge so can I park on the road? 


Unfortunately no special exemptions apply due to limited space.


9. I am an emergency vehicle driver (Ambulance, Fire Tender, Police Car, Doctor, Breakdown recovery vehicle) and need to park on a white line, can I be ticketed? 


These parking restrictions do not apply to recognisable emergency vehicles.


10. I have helpers in unmarked vehicles delivering / giving daily assistance, how should they park?


If you have been  registered thru SIPPI by the proprietor (as you are meals on wheels, daily home care etc) – you can use a parking bay if one is free.  Please contact HML for any special needs for carers.


11. I’ve lost my Parking Permit, how do I get a replacement?


This is not possible now with the SIPPI online portal.  All Proprietors are issued one SIPPI Parking Permit each at the commencement of the Scheme and is continuous use 


12. What do I do if I feel have grounds to appeal against the parking charge notice I have received?


You must contact the Parking Operating Company (UK-CPM) and comply with the regulations immediately to avoid receiving further parking charge notices. Their enquiries/appeals procedure details this process in full at the back of the parking charge notice including how to provide evidence. Any driver appealing within 14 days from the date of issue will be given the opportunity to provide payment at the reduced rate in the event that their appeal is unsuccessful. All appeals must be made in writing and sent to:


Appeals Department

UK CPM

PO Box 3114

Lancing

BN15 5BR


13. Who is the Parking Operator?


UK Car Park Management Limited (UK-CPM) is the appointed operator for the Scheme. Signage relating is in place on the Estate.


14. Is registration of my vehicle sufficient to avoid a PCN?


Please ensure you  reigerister  your residential and visitors vehicles thru SIPPI.  Displaying old paper permits after 15th April 2024 will not be a valis permit; registration of a vehicle with the estate’s agents is not sufficient to avoid a PCN, as the vehicle could be parked on a white line, a bend or over the complement of a “fair use” policy on Parking. We all need to be fair to our fellow residents with the number of vehicles we park on the estate.


It is your responsibility to ensure  your vehicle is registered thru SIPPI to identify it as a vehicle that is in line with the scheme’s rules. Vehicles should be taxed ans SORN is not permitted on Trust land.


15. Further questions about the Scheme?


We have tried to be as comprehensive as we can, but if you have further questions,  HML, the managing agent for Turnpike Hill Estate, will be happy to provide an answer.

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