Issue - meetings

The Cabinet Member noted the report which sought authorisation to go out to consultation on changes to the parking permit policy.

RESOLVED

   I.        That the Cabinet Member agreed to consult on;

a.    The changes proposed to the CO₂ emission charge bands, as set out in Appendix 1of the report

b.    The changes proposed to the Visitor permit scheme as set out in paragraph 6.9 of the report

c.    To replace the traders parking permit with a permission to park.   

 II.        That the Cabinet Member authorises officers to proceed to statutory consultation on those proposals and agrees to receive a further report setting out the results of the statutory consultation.

Reasons for decision

To review parking permit policy ensuring that it continues to support the delivery of the

Council’s wider transport polices and Corporate Plan priorities. Changes to parking policy

and parking charges must be formally approved by the Cabinet Member prior to proceeding to statutory consultation on proposals. 

Alternative options considered

Consideration was given to retaining the existing arrangements, but this was not deemed appropriate. Parking permit policy makes a considerable contribution to the delivery of our transport polices and strategies, as well as to Corporate Plan priorities. It is important that these policies are reviewed and if necessary adjusted periodically.