Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services has approved the implementation of the proposal to introduce charges to specific car parks.
summary: The decision involves introducing charges to certain car parks within the borough that are currently free of charge.
topline: The Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services has decided to approve the introduction of charges to certain car parks within the borough.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves introducing charges which could impact local residents, commuters, and businesses.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Commuters", "Businesses"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.stockport.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=7687
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: The Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services has considered a report providing an overview of those car parks within the borough that are currently free of charge and the rationale for identifying which car parks are proposed to see the introduction of charges. The report detailed the fair and reasonable approach being applied to the implementation of the proposal, this is in terms of location (e.g. proximity to district centres, commuter use etc), operational impacts on the local area and cost/benefit analysis plus the impact assessments undertaken. The Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services has then given approval to the implementation of the proposals detailed within the report, including the advertising and creation of an Off-street Parking Places Order containing the provisions stated in Article 4.7 of the report, on the following car parks: · Torkington Park None. None.
Date of Decision: July 9, 2025