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This report presents an application for a Definitive Map Modification Order (DMMO) to add a public footpath to the Definitive Map and Statement at Hoisty Field, Fulford. It asks the Executive Member to make a decision on whether the application meets the legislative criteria.

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Resolved: That Option A-  that the authority does not make an Order- be agreed.

Reason:The supporting evidence of use does not meet the application criteria.

The Executive Member considered a report which asked him to make a decision on whether an application for a Definitive Map Modification Order (DMMO) to add a public footpath to the Definitive Map and Statement at Hoisty Field, Fulford met the legislative criteria.

The Executive Member received an update that representations had been received from Fulford Parish Council and Councillor Aspden in support of making the order.

The Executive Member considered the comments raised by the public speakers and the written representation received.

In coming to his decision, the Executive Member stated that as there did not appear to be sufficient evidence of broad public use of the footpath across Hoisty Field.

Resolved:  That approval be given to Option A, not to authorise the Assistant Director of Governance and ICT to make a Definitive Map Modification to add a footpath to the Definitive Map and Statement.

Reason: The supporting evidence of use does not meet the application criteria.