Complain to APCOA Parking
European parking operator with UK car parks
ParkingCommon APCOA Parking Complaints
Laws That Protect You
Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
Regulates private parking charges and keeper liability on private land.
BPA / IPC Code of Practice
Private parking operators must follow their trade association's code of practice.
Tips for APCOA Parking Complaints
- Private parking charges are invoices, not fines - only councils can issue fines
- Always photograph signs, your ticket, and the payment machine when parking
- Appeal to the operator first, then to POPLA (BPA members) or IAS (IPC members)
- Around 42% of POPLA appeals are upheld - it's worth appealing
- Check if the operator is a member of the BPA or IPC before paying
If APCOA Parking Doesn't Respond
- 1
Appeal to Operator
28 daysSubmit a formal appeal to the parking company within 28 days of the charge notice
- 2
POPLA / IAS Appeal
If rejected, appeal to POPLA (BPA members) or IAS (IPC members) - free and independent
Visit website - 3
Ignore if Non-compliant
If the operator doesn't follow the code of practice, the charge may be unenforceable
- 4
County Court Defence
If taken to court, defend using evidence of compliance issues or disproportionate charges
Contact Emails
customerservices@apcoa.co.uk
Customer Service
complaints@apcoa.co.uk
Complaints
Expected Response Time
28 days
You typically have 28 days to appeal a parking charge notice. Don't ignore it - appeal within the deadline.
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