Caravan owners warned they risk hundreds in fines for parking outside their own houses thanks to little-known rule
CARAVAN owners could save hundreds of pounds by being clued up on one little-known rule.
Experts say some UK houses may have clauses in their deeds which could prohibit parking the mobile home on their property.
Ripe Caravan Insurance added that some homes come with restrictive covenants with caravans banned.
Those who violate those conditions could be slapped with an eye-watering fine of hundreds of pounds and may even face a court appearance.
John Woosey, founder of Ripe Caravan Insurance also urged motorists to read up on any local rules to make sure road users are not “caught out”.
He said: “You can usually get hold of property deeds online via the Land Registry for a minimal fee.
“You can be given access to the deeds for any property—not just your own—so you can check your neighbour’s deeds, too.
“This page on the Government website contains more information on how to access property deeds.
“Caravan parking rules are also sometimes set by local authorities, so read up on the rules specific to wherever you live to ensure that you don’t get caught out.
“Ultimately, despite all the fun and excitement it can bring, owning a touring caravan is a big commitment.
“One of the many things you need to consider as a caravan owner is how and where to park your caravan when you’re not using it.
“As a sensible owner, you should consider the impact of your parking on others before picking a spot—just as you would when parking your car.”
If neighbours do threaten action, the experts encourage homeowners to try and find a solution or contact their local authorities or police.
They added: “Should you wish to take this route, check out the website for your local authority wherever you live, as it will probably have published details of its official complaints procedure.
“You can also seek advice from places such as Citizens Advice if you’re unsure how to proceed.”
It comes as drivers have been warned over one parking rule that most people have broken but could result in a huge fine.
The bad habit finds itself the subject of some complex and uncertain laws which could see motorists caught out.
London has long been the centre of the issue, with the practice banned across all 32 boroughs.