Decision to introduce annual administrative / management charge for resident and visitor parking permits, and charges and restrictions for off-street parking in currently free Council car parks.
Consultation
· Environment and Climate Change Scrutiny Panel – 6 December 2023. https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=797&MId=7442 Resolved: the decision taken in relation to car parking charges be freed for implementation.
· 69 Ward Councillors informed at start of statutory 21-day consultation processes, in line with Traffic Regulation Order framework, within Road Traffic Act 1984 – for both proposals to charge annually for permits and charging in currently free car parks.
· Parish and Town Councils were informed at the start of the consultation processes.
· Notices placed in local press and car parks (April 2024) re off-street charges.
· Letters sent to properties in all existing residential parking permit zones.
Engagement
· Ongoing discussions with Kirklees active Leisure (KAL) regarding proposals to charge in currently free car parks. Discussions with relevant Business / Trade Chambers as well as Town & Parish Councils.
Background papers
https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=12021
https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=11903
https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=11583
https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=11504
https://democracy.kirklees.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=138&MId=7536
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure>£500,000 and affects2 or more wards;
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 12/07/2024
Decision due: Not before 1st Sep 2024 by Cabinet
Lead member: Portfolio Holder for Environment and Highways
Lead director: Service Director - Highways & Streetscene
Department: Culture & Greener Kirklees
Contact: Sarah Durdin Email: sarah.durdin@kirklees.gov.uk.
Members/Officers Involved: Graham West – Service Director, Will Acornley – Head of Service, Sarah Durdin – Operational Manager