Issue - meetings

The Head of Communities and Neighbourhoods to submit a report to provide members with an update on car park usage after 5.00pm to seek member guidance on whether to introduce free car parking from 5.00pm from the current 6.00pm.

The Head of Communities and Neighbourhoods submitted a report to provide members with an update on car park usage after 5.00pm from the current 6.00pm.

The Head of Communities and Neighbourhoods advised members that, as per 5.1 of the report, the financial impact of changing the free car park usage to 5.00pm would be approximately £11,000. However, this would also affect a behaviour change after 3.00pm due to customers anticipating the earlier time for free car parking. As a result, the loss of income could be estimated at £15,000 - £17,000. Therefore, the evidence does not suggest a significant economic benefit.

A member noted their agreement with this report.

The Chair sought a proposer and seconder to move the recommendations. All Members were in favour.

RESOLVED that

(i)            Members note the car park usage after 5.00pm attached as appendix A.

(ii)          Members provide guidance on whether to introduce a new cut off time of 5.00pm taking into account the financial implications and economic impact on the evening economy.