North Ayrshire Council is set to scrap free parking at a number of short-stay car parks in Irvine, Kilwinning, Largs and Saltcoats.
Tariff fees of up to £3.50 will be implemented from next year in a bid to clamp down on 'rogue parking' and ensure more available spaces in short-stay car parks.
The Irvine car parks that will be affected are Kirkgate, West Road and East Road.