Issue details

Proposal to Introduce a citywide Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to cover: Street Urination & Defecation, Dog Fouling & Control

Purpose of Report:

· To seek agreement in principle for introduction of the PSPO.

· To provide the rationale and evidence base for the request.

· To seek approval to progress to the consultation stage of the PSPO implementation procedure.

The Executive Member will be asked to:

· Agree in principle to the introduction of the PSPO.

· Approve progress to the consultation stage of the implementation procedure.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 23/09/2024

Decision due: 13/11/24 by Decision Session - Executive Member for Housing, Planning and Safer Communities

Lead member: Executive Member for Housing, Planning and Safer Communities

Lead director: Director of Transport, Environment and Planning

Department: Directorate of Transport, Environment and Planning

Contact: Tanya Lyon Email: tanya.lyon@york.gov.uk / 01904 555741 Email: tanya.lyon@york.gov.uk.

Consultation process

If the Executive Member approves progression to the consultation stage. This will include: Public 28-day survey on the CYC website, and consultation with the individuals/organisations listed.

Consultees

Chief Constable, North Yorkshire Police
Deputy Mayor (OPFCC)
Ward & Parish Councillors
Community representatives
Local dog owner-related organisations

Equality Impact Assessment Completed?: No