Check the signs and lines and comply with them when they are in force
Remember that in a Controlled Parking Zone the signage showing the general hours of control are at entry points to the Zone, rather than in every street
Make sure that you clearly display a valid permit in your windscreen (where necessary)
Park within a marked bay within the car park or Controlled Parking Zone
Carry a means to pay for your parking
Display the Blue Badges (where necessary) and in accordance with the Blue Badge Scheme Regulations
Don't
Assume you can park because other people have
Assume you can stop for a short time on a yellow line
Assume you can park on Bank Holidays or Sundays unless the sign says it's alright to do so