THE introduction of on street car-parking charges on Sundays and evenings in Harrogate’s town centre has been postponed.
Following consultation North Yorkshire County Council has decided not to do so until all parking tariffs in the town have been reviewed, both on and off-street.
The move has been welcomed by Harrogate Borough Council as “great news.”
Local cabinet member Cllr Rebecca Burnett said: “We have held lengthy discussions with the county council, which have proved to be extremely productive.
“We are pleased that they have taken on board the comments which were made through the public consultation and that they have listened to the opinions of local councillors, residents and businesses.
“As a consequence they have taken the proposals for new charges off the table until a comprehensive review of parking in the town has taken place.”
She added: “We need to ensure that Harrogate town centre’s parking arrangements are suitable for residents, visitors and the town centre’s businesses.”
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