The Cabinet Committee received a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) that sought approval to authorise the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) to amend the existing Controlled Parking Zone around Southend Hospital to maximise the number of dual use “pay and display” and “permit parking bays” within the Zone.

Resolved:

1.   That the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) be authorised to publish the relevant statutory notice and undertake the necessary consultation for a traffic regulation order(s) to amend the existing Hospital Controlled Parking Zone to maximise the number of dual use “pay and display” and “permit parking bays” where possible and, subject to there being no objections following statutory advertisement, to arrange for the order to be sealed and the proposals implemented.

2.  That the charges for “pay and display” in dual use bays be set in line with the current levels namely “up to 2 hours - £2.10” and “up to 4 hours - £2.80”.

Reason for Decision

To reduce congestion and emissions while creating additional parking capacity during the daytime. 

Other Options

Retain existing operational rules and charges.  This will not reduce congestion in the area with hospital users seeking parking on street. Members may consider taking no further action if they feel it is appropriate.

Note:- This is an Executive Function

Eligible for call-in to: Place Scrutiny Committee

Cabinet Member: Councillor Moring