Edinburgh LEZ: What You Need To Know

Edinburgh's Low Emission Zone (LEZ) officially went live on June 1st, 2024, targeting areas like Princes Street, the West End, Newington, and Abbeyhill. The LEZ is in effect 24/7 all year round, aiming to reduce air pollution by restricting older, more polluting vehicles from entering the designated zone.

Key Details of Edinburgh's LEZ:

  1. Boundary Coverage:
    • Southern Limit: Tollcross
    • Western Limit: Palmerston Place
    • Northern Limit: Queen Street in the New Town
    • Eastern Limit: Picardy Place, Abbeyhill, Holyrood Road, and the Pleasance
  2. Enforcement:
    • Large green LEZ signs mark the boundaries.
    • Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras monitor vehicle entries.
    • Fines for non-compliant vehicles start at £60, reducing by 50% if paid within 14 days.
    • Repeated offenses within 90 days incur doubled fines, up to a maximum of £480 for cars and £960 for buses and HGVs.
  3. Vehicle Compliance:
    • A vehicle checker is available online for drivers to verify if their vehicle meets emission standards.
    • Non-compliant vehicles will receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
  4. Exemptions:
    • Vehicles for people with disabilities (Blue Badge holders)
    • Historic vehicles
    • Showman’s vehicles
    • Emergency vehicles
    • Military vehicles

An interactive map and further details can be accessed on the Edinburgh Council website, providing clarity on the exact boundaries and compliance requirements. This initiative aims to improve air quality and promote a healthier environment in Edinburgh's city centre.


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