The scheme, which was proposed and approved by Bracknell Forest Council in July, will allow a maximum of five annual parking permits per household in 45 streets around the town centre and has been backed by residents.

Two of these permits will be free, and a third would cost £20 annually, a fourth £40 and a permit for a fifth car would mean households would have to pay £70.

A survey conducted earlier this year saw 81% of respondents say they felt having a permit scheme in their road would be beneficial, in the context of a town centre being regenerated – meaning more people will be coming to Bracknell and looking for somewhere to park.

The scheme will encompass residential streets in the neighbourhoods of Wildridings, Bullbrook and Priestwood.

Town centre workers and shoppers will also be redirected to other parking options in the town centre.

Cllr Chris Turrell, the council’s executive member for planning and transportation, said: “Regenerating the town centre will bring in many extra visitors and vehicles both during and after its construction so protecting the daily needs of communities close to the town centre is a top priority.

“It is vital that this trial scheme is underway before we see an increase in the demand for parking.” Homeowners will also be issued up to 200 visitor permits a year – 100 four-hour stay permits and 100 24-hour permits.

The scheme will come into force on Monday, October 20.

All affected houses and businesses will receive an application pack in the post this week, which will fully explain the scheme’s rules and how to apply for the permits.

For more information and a full list of the streets affected by the scheme, visit www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/parkingpermits