Decision details

This report sets out the reasons why the existing Residential Disabled Parking Bay policy requires amending, outlines the proposed recommendations for a revised policy, clarifies the rationale behind the changes, and seeks approval to adopt the revised policy as set out at Appendix 'C'.

Appendix 'A' sets out the Application Criteria.

Appendix 'B' sets out the Pro-forma Documents.

Appendix 'C' sets out the proposed Policy Document.

Appendix 'D' refers to the Equality Analysis.

Appendix 'E' sets out the Current Policy Document.

This is deemed to be a Key Decision and the provisions of Standing Order No 25 have been complied with.

The committee considered a report setting out a proposed revised and updated policy on  Residential Disabled Parking Bays. It was reported that the new policy took into account a number of emerging issues and was intended to ensure that the policy could fully address exceptions and appeals. It was also confirmed that it was intended to speed up the process of implementation and reduce cost through the use of advisory bays, with the option of  legally enforceable Traffic Regulation Orders being used where required.

Resolved:That the recommendations in the report to the cabinet member be noted and that no additional comments or suggested alternative recommendations be made