1. Purpose of the report and policy context

1.1 The purpose of this report is to update the Committee on the progress of recent resident parking scheme consultations.

1.2 This report outlines the findings of the recent consultation with residents in the Roedean Area, Hallyburton Road Area and reviews for Zone W and Zone L.

2. Recommendations

2.1 That the Committee having taken account of all duly made representations and comments, agrees to proceed to the next stage of the detailed design for the Roedean Area. This will consist of a consultation to the whole area on a light touch parking scheme Monday to Sunday.

2.2 That the Committee having taken account of all duly made representations and comments, agrees to proceed to the next stage of the detailed design for the Hallyburton Road area. This will consist of a consultation to the whole area on a light touch parking scheme Monday to Friday.

2.3 That the Committee having taken account of all duly made representations and comments, agrees there will be no change to the days and times of operation in Zone W. Minor changes to parking are being considered around Wish Park and if changes are required will be included in a future Traffic Regulation Order.

2.4 That the Committee having taken account of all duly made representations and comments, agrees there will be no change to the days and times of operation in Zone L West Hove. Minor changes to parking are being considered and if changes are required will be included in a future Traffic Regulation Order.

3. Context and background information

Roedean Area

3.1 Following ETS Committee approval on 8 October 2019, it was agreed to consult with residents and businesses in the Roedean area to find out if there was support for a residents parking scheme in this area shown in Appendix A.

3.2 Brighton & Hove City Council Land and Property Gazetteer was used to provide 389 property address in the Roedean area. An information leaflet and frequently asked question sheet was sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey online via the council’s Consultation Portal and could request a paper version of the questionnaire should they wish to. 104, 26% (rounded up) valid responses were received online. There were no responses via mail. The consultation ran from 1 November to 30 November 2021.

3.3 The results outline that 80% of respondents support the idea of a resident parking scheme in the area based on a 26% response rate.

3.4 80% of respondents preferred a light touch scheme while 20% prefer a full scheme.

3.5 65% of respondents support a Monday to Sunday scheme while 35% of respondents support a Monday to Friday scheme.

3.6 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the consultation including on a street-by-street basis is outlined in detail in Appendix A.

3.7 Officers have met with Rottingdean Ward Councillors who are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

Hallyburton Road area

3.8 Following ETS Committee approval on 8 October 2019, it was agreed to consult with residents and businesses in the Hallyburton Road area to find out if there was support for a residents parking scheme in this area shown in Appendix B.

3.9 Brighton & Hove City Council Land and Property Gazetteer was used to provide 408 property address in the Hallyburton Road area. An information leaflet and frequently asked question sheet was sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey online via the council’s Consultation Portal and could request a paper version of the questionnaire should they wish to. 95 (99%) valid responses were received online. There was 1 (1%) response received via mail. The consultation ran from 1 November to 30 November 2021.

3.10 The results outline that 73% of respondents support the idea of a resident parking scheme in the area based on a 24% response rate.

3.11 74% of respondents preferred a light touch scheme while 26% prefer a full scheme.

3.12 54% of respondents support a Monday to Friday scheme while 46% of respondents support a Monday to Sunday scheme.

3.13 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the consultation including a street-by-street basis is outlined in detail in Appendix B.

3.14 The Hangleton and Knoll Councillors are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

Zone W (Westbourne West) Review

3.15 The Zone W parking scheme was implemented in the Westbourne West area in 2007 and following a review was extended in 2014. In 2018 the council received a petition from local residents requesting that Saxon Road was moved into Zone L. A deputation was also received in 2019 from residents of Lawrence Road and surrounding roads detailing the impact Zone L had on the roads in the area. It was agreed in the parking scheme priority timetable set in 2019 that this area would be reviewed shown in Appendix E.

3.16 A consultation letter from the Council was sent to all households in Zone W in November 2021. This included 1557 property addresses within the boundaries of the Zone W residents parking scheme. A letter and questionnaire were sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey online via the council’s Consultation Portal and could request a paper version of the questionnaire should they wish to. 414 (26%) valid responses were received. There were no responses via mail. The consultation ran from 1 November to 30 November 2021.

3.17 The results outline that 66% of respondents are satisfied or very satisfied with the current Zone W parking zone as it stands based on a response rate of 26%.

3.18 71% of respondents are happy for the scheme to remain the same.

3.19 In Saxon Road 83% of respondents are satisfied or very satisfied with the current Zone W residents parking scheme.

3.20 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the consultation including a list of street-by-street results is outlined in detail in Appendix C including the main comments.

3.21 The Westbourne and Wish Councillors are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

Zone L (West Hove) Review

3.22 The Zone L parking scheme was implemented in the West Hove area in 2018. This area was due to be reviewed to see how the scheme is working for residents and it was agreed in the parking priority timetable set in 2019 that this area (shown in Appendix E) would be reviewed along with Zone W.

3.23 A consultation letter from the Council was sent to all household in Zone L in November 2021. This included 2833 property addresses within the boundaries of the Zone L residents parking scheme. A letter and questionnaire were sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey online via the council’s Consultation Portal and could request a paper version of the questionnaire should they wish to. 443 (16%) valid responses were received. There were no responses via mail. The consultation ran from 1 November to 30 November 2021.

3.24 The results outline that 82% of respondents are satisfied or very satisfied with the current Zone L parking zone as it stands based on a response rate of 16%.

3.25 88% of respondents are happy for the scheme to remain the same.

3.26 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the consultation including a list of street-by-street results is outlined in detail in Appendix D including the main comments.

3.27 Officers have met with the Wish Ward Councillors who are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

4. Analysis and consideration of alternative options

4.1 The main alternative options are doing nothing which would mean that the various parking scheme consultations/reviews would not be taken forward or consulting on a different option.

4.2 It is, however, recommended by officers to proceed with the recommendations for the reasons that are outlined within the report.

5. Community engagement and consultation

5.1 As set out in the body of the report.

6. Conclusion

6.1 As set out in the body of the report and the recommendations.

7. Financial implications

7.1 The costs associated with the recommendations of this report will be contained within existing Parking Services budgets and/or funded from additional parking income generated.

7.2 Use of surplus income from parking charges and penalty charges is governed by section 55 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. Once the direct costs of traffic management have been met, the use of surpluses is legally ringfenced to the provision of public transport services and to road, air quality and environmental improvements.

7.3 Parking charges are subject to the Council’s Corporate Fees and Charges Policy. As a minimum, charges will be reviewed annually as part of the budget and service planning process.

Name of finance officer consulted: John Lack Date consulted: 09/02/22

8. Legal implications

8.1 There is no statutory duty on the Council to consult the public prior to advertising proposals to make a traffic regulation order. However, should the Council decide to carry out such consultation it must give conscientious consideration to the responses received.

8.2 Once proposals have been formulated the Council has a statutory duty, under the Local Authorities' Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England and Wales) Regulations 1996, to give public notice of the proposed order and for the relevant documents to be placed on deposit for public inspection. A period of 21 days must be allowed for objections to the proposed order to be submitted. Any objections duly made must be given consideration by the Council in deciding whether the proposed order should be formally made.

Name of lawyer consulted: Hilary Woodward Date consulted 7 February 2022

9. Equalities implications

9.1 Consultation took place and the comments and wishes of the respondents were taken into account when considering what changes would best meet the needs of those local population. Engagement with a wide range of residents has been built into the process from the start including an equality monitoring form. The use and analysis of data and engagement has informed the project to ensure it meets the needs of the local population. The proposed measures will be of benefit to many road users.

10. Sustainability implications

10.1 Parking schemes can help to encourage less polluting travel options and reduce emissions. In addition, congestion can affect the reliability of journey times and long-term parking can reduce accessibility. Parking schemes can help to encourage alternative transport choices and higher turnover of spaces. Better accessibility through a high turnover of vehicles being parked helps to support local businesses.