Decision

The Executive has decided to approve a new layout and infrastructure changes to the Triangle Car Park, resulting in a loss of 28 usable spaces.

Analysis

outcome: The Executive has approved the new layout and infrastructure changes.

summary: The decision involves approving a new layout, including walking & cycling infrastructure to the Triangle Car Park, resulting in a loss of 28 usable spaces.

topline: The Executive has decided to approve a new layout and infrastructure changes to the Triangle Car Park, resulting in a loss of 28 usable spaces.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves a loss of parking spaces, which could impact local businesses and residents.

affected_stakeholders: ["Local businesses", "Residents", "Cyclists", "Pedestrians"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://committees.exeter.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2574

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To consider the report which proposes the programme of works in Newtown to improve walking and cycling infrastructure in the neighbourhood. The report seeks approval for changes to the Triangle Car Park and seeks endorsement for the whole scheme to be proposed to Devon County Council HATOC

Content: Agreed:   RESOLVED that the Executive approve a new layout, including walking & cycling infrastructure to the Triangle Car Park, resulting in a loss of 28 useable spaces.   Reason for Decision: As set out in the report.   RECOMMENDED that the Devon County Council Highways and Traffic Orders Committee (HATOC) be requested to consider these proposals concerning the Newtown Walking & Infrastructure Project at its meeting on 15th July 2025 with a view to implementation of the scheme.   Reason for Decision: As set out in the report.  

Date of Decision: July 8, 2025