Mornington Peninsula Shire has acknowledged community concerns over proposed Mornington Sunday parking restrictions, with one councillor conceding the changes may not meet the expectations of local businesses and residents.
In an update released on 11 November, the Shire confirmed it had received feedback questioning proposed changes to parking restrictions across Mornington’s town centre, particularly the introduction of Sunday restrictions.
The proposal forms part of the Mornington Parking Precinct Plan, which aims to improve parking availability, increase turnover and introduce more consistent restrictions across the week.
However, Council has acknowledged the need to balance parking availability with access for shoppers, workers, residents and visitors.
Councillor acknowledges parking concerns
Tanti Ward councillor Paul Pingiaro said community feedback indicated the proposal may not have met local expectations. He said submissions were being sought before any decisions were made.
We want to get this right.
Cr Paul Pingiaro
Mayor Cr Stephen Batty also acknowledged concerns surrounding the proposed Sunday restrictions.
We know parking is important for local businesses, workers, residents and visitors.
Mayor Cr Stephen Batty
The Shire has emphasised that no final decision has been made.
What Mornington parking changes are proposed?
The proposed changes cover more than 50 locations, primarily along Main Street, surrounding streets and nearby council-managed car parks.
Key proposals include:
- Extending some existing timed parking restrictions to seven days a week, including Sundays.
- Introducing more consistent parking time limits across the town centre.
- Maintaining a mixture of short-term and longer-stay parking options.
- Allowing accessible parking spaces to generally become unrestricted after 5pm.
Importantly, Council says unrestricted parking behind the Main Street shopping strip is not proposed to change.
Feedback received so far has also included suggestions for additional accessible parking and maintaining unrestricted spaces for employees and visitors.
Community consultation open until 11 December
Mornington Peninsula Shire says all submissions will be considered before final recommendations are presented for future consideration.
Residents, businesses and visitors can review the proposed changes and provide feedback through the Mornington Parking Precinct Plan consultation page.
Submissions close on Friday, 11 December 2026.
