Have Your Say: Council Proposes Changes to Car Park Management in Cornwall

Residents Invited to Give Feedback

Cornwall residents are being asked to share their views on proposals that could see 28 car parks removed from Cornwall Council’s management. These car parks are among the 260 currently owned and overseen by the Council, which operates them under a legal framework known as a parking order. This order determines charges, enforcement rules, and other operational details for local authority car parks.

The suggested changes form part of a larger plan to decentralise the management of Council assets.

Deputy Leader Explains the Rationale

David Harris, deputy leader of Cornwall Council and cabinet portfolio holder for resources, said:

“In this challenging financial climate, these proposals will ensure that the car parks can continue to be well-maintained and that the Council can focus its resources on other areas.

“Should these proposals be approved we will then look to lease out these car parks to a single company which will then be responsible for maintenance, improvements and operations. The Council will receive rental income from these car parks, and any additional income generated will be shared.”

Additional Proposed Changes

Alongside the potential changes to car park management, residents are being consulted on several other parking-related proposals, including:

• Reducing the minimum spend for the JustPark wallet from £50 to £30;
• Returning Old Bridge Street in Truro to a short stay car park and removing the £31.50 long stay charge;
• Introducing reserved parking permits at Tolcarne Road Car Park, Newquay.

Consultation Open Until January 2025

The consultation is open until Thursday, 9th January 2025. Residents are encouraged to share their feedback on the proposals to help shape the future management of these assets. Visit the Cornwall Council website to have your say.