Plans to install dedicated electric vehicle charging bays on a Blackburn street have been withdrawn after residents raised concerns over parking pressures and a lack of consultation.
People living on Langham Road said they were given little notice of Blackburn with Darwen Council's proposal and questioned the impact the scheme would have on already limited parking spaces.
The concerns followed a letter sent to residents about proposed highway works to create dedicated EV charging bays on the street.
Residents argued the notification left them with little time to respond and failed to take account of existing parking pressures in the area.
Akbar Mahmood, who coordinated objections to the proposal, said: "We only received notification of this work on August 25.
"There was no meaningful prior discussion with the people who live here.
"Converting already limited kerbside parking into dedicated EV bays places an unfair burden on residents who rely on being able to park close to their homes."
Residents also claimed the council's letter stated that work was due to begin on June 26, a date which had already passed.
Tahir Quraishi said: "That immediately raises questions about the accuracy and administration of the scheme.
"More importantly, residents are concerned about the loss of parking spaces, the impact on those who do not own electric vehicles, the effect on access, and whether there has been genuine consultation with people living on the road.
"The council says the bays are intended to help residents without off-street parking or home charging facilities. But that does not answer the fundamental question:
"Why should existing residential parking be removed to provide dedicated EV charging spaces, and what evidence shows this is the right location for them?"
He added: "I do not believe residents should simply be expected to accept a significant change to their street without proper transparency and accountability.
"I am particularly concerned that the council's letter appears to contain incorrect information about when the works are due to begin.
"If residents are expected to comply with parking restrictions and potential enforcement, the council has a responsibility to ensure its own notices are accurate and unambiguous."
Following objections from residents, Blackburn with Darwen Council has now withdrawn the proposals.
Objectors had begun submitting Freedom of Information requests to the council and gathering signatures for a petition from neighbouring residents.
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