Some residents at Clarence Terrace, Yeovil, say they are "prisoners" in their own homes because of chaotic parking arrangements.

They have their own designated spaces on private property but the tiny access road from Stars Lane, which is the only way in and out, is often blocked by other cars.

One resident, who did not wish to be named, says there have been times when he has been closed in for up to two hours in the morning.

The man has his own business and can't afford to stay at home and miss appointments just be-cause the access road is blocked.

Currently there are single yellow lines, allowing loading and unloading during certain hours of the day. The problem is that the access road is not wide enough for a moving vehicle to pass a parked one.

"The lines should be double yellow," said the tenant.

"When people see the single yellow lines, they seem to think it's OK for them to park there.

"Maybe those who organised the single yellow lines think that my car is a jump-jet aircraft."

Landlord Peter Wright says he has been trying to get the county council and its agent, WS Atkins, to listen for about two years.

About a year ago the single yellow lines were put in place, but this has done nothing to sort out the problem according to Mr Wright.

"They actually drew one of the lines around the corner, which meant that a vehicle parked on private property had a fine issued," he explains.

Mr Wright says the fine was later withdrawn but the extended line remains, adding to the confusion.

Mr Wright and his tenants are fed up and are demanding that parking should not be allowed at any time on the access road.

A County Hall spokesperson told The Clarion Advertiser that the council is aware of difficulties in enforcing parking restrictions in this area of the town.

The spokesperson could not promise double yellow lines but said the problem was currently being discussed with traffic wardens. A phone number was also passed on for any individual wishing to discuss the matter with the council.