The association has written to Glasgow City Council to share worries about the impact the proposals could have on residents, particularly disabled people, older residents, carers and households already under pressure from rising living costs.

Reidvale says it is hearing concerns from people who rely on their cars, not because they want to, but because they need to. For many residents, having a car nearby is what allows them to work, look after family members, attend medical appointments and manage everyday tasks.

Dennistoun is a busy area with lots of flats and very little off-street parking. Many homes do not have driveways or garages, so on-street parking is the only option. For tenants and owner-occupiers alike, losing easy access to parking could have a real impact on how they live.

Reidvale is worried that proposed permit charges and enforcement could add extra costs for people who are already struggling. For households watching every penny, parking charges are not a small inconvenience, they are another bill that can be hard to avoid.

The association says the plans do not fully reflect how people’s lives actually work. Some residents work shifts that start early in the morning or finish late at night, when public transport is limited or unreliable. Others have caring responsibilities that mean they need to travel at short notice or carry equipment.

Disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions are another group the association is concerned about. Being able to park close to home can make a big difference to independence and wellbeing. Reidvale notes that not everyone who needs this support qualifies for concessions, but they would still be affected if parking becomes harder to access or more expensive.

Older residents and families with caring responsibilities also rely heavily on nearby parking. For many, it is what allows them to stay active, connected and involved in their community rather than feeling cut off.

Reidvale says this is why it sees parking as more than just a transport issue. Decisions about parking affect who can get around easily and who cannot. In areas like Dennistoun, where there is a mix of incomes and housing types, changes based mainly on charging risk hitting those with the least flexibility the hardest.

The association says it understands the need to tackle congestion, improve air quality and encourage more sustainable travel. However, it believes these goals need to be balanced with fairness and an understanding of local circumstances.

Chairperson Denise Dempsey said it was important that the voices of everyday residents are properly heard. She said: “For a lot of people, using a car isn’t a lifestyle choice, it’s a necessity, it might be because of a disability, caring for someone else, or working hours that don’t line up with public transport. If changes don’t take that into account, people can end up feeling punished for circumstances they can’t control.”

Reidvale is asking the council to slow things down and spend more time listening to residents and community organisations before moving ahead with the proposals.

The association believes that taking time to understand how people actually live in Dennistoun will lead to better decisions and avoid unintended consequences.

By raising these concerns, Reidvale says it hopes to help shape an approach to parking that is fair, workable and sensitive to the needs of the whole community, not just on paper, but in real life.