Raising Standards in Parking Throughout the UK

What is ParkProtect?

The ParkProtect standard, a comprehensive program aimed at enhancing the standards of parking locations across the United Kingdom. This initiative is designed to protect landowners, parking operators and the public whilst addressing the growing need for safe, efficient, and user-friendly parking facilities.



For over 10 years, we have been at the forefront raising standards in private parking, ensuring that all sites meet the highest standards of compliance and quality through our rigorous auditing process.


There are currently in excess of 5500 sites that have received the ParkProtect standard making it the largest scheme of its type in the UK.

The initiative will ensure that all parking locations adhere to the highest standards of compliance and regulation. By setting a benchmark for excellence, ParkProtect will help to eliminate substandard parking facilities and promote best practices across the sector.

Benefits of the ParkProtect Initiative

Clear Signage

Ensuring that parking locations are clearly signed ensures trust and reliability among consumers and stakeholders. All terms and conditions & entrance signs have passed a rigorous auditing process. 

Quality Assurance

The IPC’s auditing standards provide a benchmark for quality, ensuring that all ParkProtect locations meet the highest standards within the industry.  

Regulatory Compliance

An audit ensures that ParkProtect locations meet all the legal and regulatory requirements ensuring that parking charges are only issued where absolutely necessary.

Motorist Confidence

The standard ensures that motorists using a ParkProtect location know that site meets the highest industry standards which increases consumer confidence. 

Dispute Resolution

All ParkProtect sites will adhere to a 2 stage appeals process where a motorist can challenge the validity of a parking charge, and a 2 stage complaints process should a motorist want to complain.

Clear Signage

Ensuring that parking locations are clearly signed ensures trust and reliability among consumers and stakeholders. All terms and conditions & entrance signs have passed a rigorous auditing process. 

Quality Assurance

The IPC’s auditing standards provide a benchmark for quality, ensuring that all ParkProtect locations meet the highest standards within the industry.  

Discover The Right Accreditation For You.

ParkProtect

ParkProtect is an accreditation scheme for the management of private land. ParkProtect focuses on all types of private land where the parking of a vehicle is managed. It is not solely focused on land where parking is invited. This may include:


· Residential Areas

· Businesses and places of work

· Hospital and Healthcare facilities

· Colleges and Universities

ParkProtect Plus

ParkProtect+ is an accreditation scheme specifically designed for car parks. These are places where parking from members of the public is invited. Ensuring that the car park is clearly signed so ensure that motorists are aware of the terms and conditions prior to parking their vehicle. This may include:


· Pay on Entry and Pay on Exit Car Parks

· Retail Parks

· Supermarkets

ParkProtect Airport

Introducing ParkProtect Airport. This accreditation ensures that Meet & Greet and Park & Ride locations that adhere to the standards set by the IPC’s AAPP scheme. Every location is held to the highest industry benchmarks, guaranteeing top-tier security, professionalism, and reliability.


Whether you’re jetting off for business or leisure, you can park with confidence, knowing your vehicle is in safe hands while you focus on your journey.

Learn More About AAPP

ParkProtect represents a significant step forward in raising the standards of parking locations throughout the UK. By ensuring there is clear signage, a rigorous auditing process and regulatory compliance, the IPC aims to create a parking infrastructure that meets the needs of modern society.

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