The report seeks the views of Executive Board on:
· the principle of extending the hours of pedestrianisation in the city centre, in light of the results of the formal consultation;
· the specific proposal to extend the hours of pedestrianisation to 10.30 – 7pm (rather than 8pm);
· the requirement to call a public enquiry in order to implement these proposals.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: City and Hunslet;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 19/11/2013
Decision due: 18 Dec 2013 by Executive Board
Lead director: Director of City Development
Department: City Development
Contact: Mark Durham 0113 2474685 Email: mark.durham@leeds.gov.uk.
Consultation process
A 3 year wide ranging consultation process has taken place which has led to gradual amendments to the proposals to make them more workable for businesses.
Consultees
· City Centre Businesses
· West Yorkshire Police
· West Yorkshire Fire Service
· Ambulance Service
· Metro
· Freight Transport Association
· Delivery Companies
· Leeds Cycle Forum
Portfolio Holder: Executive Member for Development and the Economy