Chances of getting two PCNs cancelled after genuine parking permit misunderstanding (England)?

ConfusedSloth

I am a first-time car owner and recently got a resident parking permit. I genuinely misunderstood where it was valid and thought I could park in the area directly in front of my flat.

I parked there several times after getting the permit without receiving any PCNs, which reinforced my misunderstanding. I received my first PCN yesterday and challenged it immediately. Before I received a response, I got a second PCN today. I then realized I must have misunderstood. I then called the council to clarify and was told that the area in front of my flat is a premium tariff zone, while my permit only covers the standard tariff zone which are the buildings beside my flat (office spaces).

I've now appealed the second PCN and asked them to review both together and use their discretion to cancel them as a gesture of goodwill. I've explained that if I'd known my permit didn't cover the area, I would have paid or moved my car.

I know how daft I probably sound and I'm genuinely embarrassed about the whole situation. I obviously won't make the same mistake again.

What do you think my chances are? Has anyone had a similar experience where the council cancelled PCNs due to a genuine misunderstanding?

Gr1pr

This mse parking forum mainly deals with private parking company cases, not council

So i suggest that you post your query over on the FTLA parking forum website after reading their posting requirements first