URL: https://democracy.middevon.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1351

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: The Cabinet had before it a report * from Head of People, Performance & Waste and the Environment & Enforcement Manager recommending proposals to be considered that have come from the Car Parking Consultative Group for future changes to both pay and display as well as permit parking within MDDC car parks for the financial year 2026/27.   RESOLVED that: 1.    It reviewed the proposals initially made by the Car Parking Consultative Group regarding parking permits and consideration by the Economy and Assets PDG, and agreed the following: ·         The reintroduction of a day permit option for car park users. This to be available to use for all residents across the District. ·         To receive a further report from the Car Parking Consultative Group, to be first considered by the Economy and Assets PDG, regarding new ideas and proposals in relation to new potential parking permits that could be used in car parks across the District. ·         This to include the development of proposals around a new business permit for the Multi Storey Car Park (MSCP), Tiverton and to offer a potential reduction in the cost of permits located on level 1 of the MSCP, as highlighted in this report. ·         Future consideration be given by the Car Parking Consultative Group to extend free parking for market traders to other market towns. 2.    A 5% rise for Car Parking charges to be introduced as part of the budget setting process for 2026/2027. This has been proposed by the Car Parking Consultative Group and then carefully considered by the Economy and Assets PDG. 3.    The granting of additional free parking days for Crediton and Cullompton Town Councils to designate as they see fit to support their town centre activity. Note: * Report previously circulated.      

Date of Decision: December 2, 2025