Date of meeting: 17^th January 2023

Report of: Executive Director, Economy, Environment & Culture

Contact Officer: Name: Anthony Patchett

Tel: 01273 291706

Email: Anthony.Patchett@brighton-hove.gov.uk

Name: Catherine Dignan

Tel: 01273 292235

Email: Catherine.Dignan@brighton-hove.gov.uk

Ward(s) affected: Hangleton & Knoll, Hollingdean & Stanmer, South Portslade and Withdean.

For general release

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 Hallyburton Road, Hollingdean, South Portslade (Zone X) and Withdean Road areas.

2. Recommendations

2.1 That Committee having taken account of all duly made representations and comments agree that the following Traffic Regulation Orders (TRO) are approved to enable the Hallyburton Road area parking Zone 11 to proceed to the implementation stage:

Brighton & Hove Various Controlled Parking Zones Consolidation Order 2018 Amendment Order No.* 202* (TRO-33a-2022)

Brighton & Hove Outer Areas (Waiting, Loading and Parking) and Cycle Lanes Consolidation Order 2018 Amendment Order No.* 202* (TRO-33b-2022)

2.2 That Committee having taken account the low percentage of responses (11%) and the mixed response to the postcard consultation, agrees that no change should be made to the Hollingdean detailed design consultation boundary.

2.3 That Committee having taken account of all duly made representations and comments, agrees to proceed to the next stage of advertising a Traffic Regulation Order for the Withdean Road area for a light touch parking scheme Monday to Sunday, 9am to 10am and 1pm to 2pm.

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 X (South Portslade).

3. Context and background information

3.1 The parking scheme consultations were undertaken in accordance with the parking scheme priority timetable programme that was agreed at this Committee following various petitions and deputations.

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

Hallyburton Road Area

5.1 Following ETS approval on 8 October 2019, a letter was sent out to households in the Hallyburton Road area in November 2021. The consultation was also advertised on the council’s website, via social media and by a press-release to local media. The results outlined that 73% of respondents were in favour of a Resident’s Parking Scheme in the area based on a 24% response rate.

5.2 Following ETS approval on 15 March 2022 it was agreed to contact residents to find out if there was support for a Light Touch Residents Parking Scheme Monday to Friday.

5.3 Brighton & Hove City Council Land and Property Gazetteer was used to provide 408 property address in the Hallyburton Road area. A frequently asked question sheet and the detailed design was sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey online via the council’s Consultation Portal, but paper copies were available to anyone should they need it. 1 (1.4%) response was received by mail and 68 (98.6%) online. The consultation ran from 6 June to 10 July 2022. A summary of the results is shown in the table below.

Number of properties mailed	408
Consultation response rate	69 (17%)
Support for a residents parking scheme	42 (61%)
Against a parking scheme	27 (39%)
Preferred 11am-12pm & 6-7pm	38 (63%)
Requested different hours	22 (37%)

5.4 Following ETS approval on 20 September 2022 it was agreed to advertise a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) to allow the implementation of the Hallyburton Road Area parking scheme. The TRO was advertised on 11 November 2022 with the closing dates for comments and objections on the 5 December 2022. The Ward Councillors for the area were consulted as were the statutory consulted such as the Emergency Services.

5.5 The notice was published in the Argus newspaper on the 11 November 2022. Detailed plans and the draft TRO were available to view online.

5.6 We received 27 items of correspondence to the proposals. This included support and objections. From residents who live within the proposed Zone there were 5 items of correspondence in support of the proposals due the parking problems, while there were 22 objections.

5.7 There were 15 objections regarding Isabel Crescent due to concerns over loss of parking provision.

5.8 Due to a petition presented to this committee on 20 September 2022, it was recommended that officers meet with residents to discuss their concerns over the proposals within Isabel Crescent. This meeting took place on 31 October 2022. A subsequent meeting took place with representatives of the East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service in November 2022 to discuss emergency access. This enabled us to consider a redesign of the parking arrangements which will lead to an overall increase in parking provision by approximately 10 spaces. A plan showing the new proposed design for Isabel Crescent is shown in Appendix A

5.9 The comments/objections are listed in Appendix B alongside an outline of the officer comments.

5.10 The Hangleton & Knoll Ward Councillors are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

Hollingdean Area

5.11 At ETS on 20 September 2022 it was agreed take forward a detailed design consultation for a smaller area of Hollingdean. It was requested by the Ward Councillors to further consult with residents and businesses not included in the smaller boundary, to find out if there was support for a residents parking scheme. This was following concerns regarding potential additional parking pressure in the surrounding areas.

5.12 Brighton & Hove City Council Land and Property Gazetteer was used to provide 1279 property address in the Hollingdean area. A postcard was sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey online via the council’s Consultation Portal, but paper copies were available to anyone should they need it. 5 (3.6%) response was received by mail and 135 (96.4%) online. The postcard consultation ran from 28 October to 20 November 2022. A summary of the results is shown in the table below.

Number of properties mailed	1279
Consultation response rate	140 (11%)
Support for a residents parking scheme	73 (52%)
Against a parking scheme	67 (48%)

5.13 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the consultation including road-by-road results and area plan is outlined in Appendix C.

5.14 The Hollingdean and Stanmer Ward Councillors are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

Withdean Road Area

5.15 Following ETS approval in October 2019 it was agreed to consult with residents and businesses in the Withdean Road area to find out if there was support for a residents parking scheme in this area. The results outlined that 88% of respondents were in favour of a Resident’s Parking Scheme in the area based on a 57% response rate.

5.16 Following ETS approval on 20 September 2022 it was agreed to contact residents to find out if there was support for a Light Touch Residents Parking Scheme Monday to Sunday.

5.17 A Brighton & Hove City Council Land and Property Gazetteer was used to provide 181 property address in the Withdean Road area. A questionnaire and frequently asked question sheet was sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the questionnaire and return it using the pre-paid envelope provided. The consultation ran from 24 October to 27 November 2022. A summary of the results is shown in the table below.

Number of properties mailed	181
Consultation response rate	100 (55%)
Support for a residents parking scheme	89 (89%)
Against a parking scheme	11 (11%)
Preferred 9-10am and 1-2pm	75 (81%)
Requested different hours	18 (19%)

5.18 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the including road-by-road results and area plan is outlined in Appendix D.

5.19 The Withdean Ward Councillors are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

Zone X (South Portslade) Review

5.20 The Zone X (South Portslade) parking scheme was implemented in August 2021. It was agreed in the parking scheme priority timetable set in 2019 that the area would be reviewed a year after its implementation.

5.21 A consultation letter from the Council was sent to all households in Zone X. This included 853 property address with the boundary of Zone X residents parking scheme. A letter and questionnaire were sent to each address. Respondents were invited to complete the survey. 205 valid responses were received. The consultation ran from 7 October to 30 October 2022. A summary of the results is shown in the table below.

Number of properties mailed	853
Consultation response rate	205 (25%)
Satisfied or very satisfied with the scheme	143 (70%)
Happy for the scheme to remain the same	146 (72%)

5.22 Analysis undertaken of all the responses received from respondents and the full results analysis of the including road-by-road results and area plan is outlined in Appendix E.

5.23 The South Portslade Ward Councillors are satisfied with the consultation process that has taken place.

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: 19/12/2022

8. Legal implications

8.1 The approval of ETS committee is required to enable the consolidation orders the subject of this report, to progress. If the correct consultation processes have been carried out (and there is no reason to think they have not) the order making process will have been duly followed and no legal implications will arise as a result.

Name of lawyer consulted :Katie Kam Date consulted: 13/12/2022

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.