Decision details

Review of Permit Fees

The Cabinet considered the report of the Head of Locality Services - Commissioned which provided details of the results of the third year review of the permit scheme for road and street works operated within the Borough and sought approval to increase the current permit fees.

Decision Made: That:

(1)       the benefits of the permit scheme as detailed in the report be noted; and

(2)       approval be given to an increase in the permit fees as set out in Appendix A of the report.

Reasons for Decision:

The Council had successfully operated a permit scheme since 2February 2015. Each of the 3 yearly reviews had demonstrated the success of the scheme and the financial benefits to the economy and road user.

Increased operating costs over the duration of the permit scheme have highlighted the need to review the fee structure to ensure that the Council does not operate the scheme at a financial loss.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:

The Council could choose to maintain the existing permit fee structure, however, this may result in an operational loss for the running of the scheme.