Executive, Forward Plan - 6 February 2026 to 28 February 2027 Plan Document 06/02/2026

FUTURE DECISIONS

Likely Date of Decision

Decision Taker (a full list of the membership of the Council and all its Committees is set out in Part 3 of the Constitution)

In Consultation with (Executive Member or Corporate Director)

Description of Matter – including an indication if the report contains any exempt (not for publication) information and the reasons for this

Key Decision

YES/NO

Decision Required

Consultees

(ie the identity of the principal groups whom the decision-taker proposes to consult)

Consultation Process

(ie the means by which any such consultation is to be undertaken)

How representations may be made and details of Contact Person

(Tel: 0845 034 9494)

unless specified otherwise)

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Review of North Yorkshire Pavement Licence Policy

Yes

To consider consultation responses and implement the new North Yorkshire Pavement Licence Policy with or without amendments.

Trade and other interested parties.

Direct consultation with existing licence holders and via the Council's website.

Sharon Cousins, Licensing Manager

sharon.cousins@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Whitby Cliff Lift

Yes

This report informs the Executive that the lift has remained out of service since 2022. It outlines the available options for addressing the issue and seeks approval to proceed with the recommended course of action.
A replacement bus service has been in operation and will continue throughout 2025 to mitigate the impact of the lift closure.
The report also requests approval for a capital budget allocation of £600,000 to undertake the necessary works.

There is no consultation proposed in relation to the decision to infill the cliff lift.
A public consultation will take place over Summer 2025 into the provision of a free replacement bus service – not forming part of this decision.

Public consultation via website.

Chris Bourne, Head of Harbours and Coastal Infrastructure

Email: chris.bourne@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Adoption of a revised Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy

Yes

For Executive to consider the results of a consultation on the revision of the Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy and agree a final policy.

Hackney Carriage trade and users of Hackney Carriages, statutory agencies and any other interested party

A 12 week consultation was delivered with the trade, disability groups, general public and statutory agencies, public campaign to encourage all interested parties to comment and internal meetings.

Simon Fisher, Licensing and Procurment Manager, Gareth Bentley, Head of Licensing

gareth.bentley@northyorks.gov.uk or simon.fisher@northyorks.gov.uk,

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Adoption of an Inclusive Service Plan focussed on Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing

Yes

To consider the results of a consultation on the adoption of an Inclusive Service Plan focussed on Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing and agree a final policy.

Hackney Carriage trade, users of Hackney Carriages, statutory agencies and any other interested party

A 12 week week consultation was delivered with the trade, disability groups, general public and statutory agencies, public campaign to encourage all interested parties to comment and internal meetings.

Simon Fisher, Licensing and Procurment Manager, Gareth Bentley, Head of Licensing

gareth.bentley@northyorks.gov.uk or simon.fisher@northyorks.gov.uk,

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Proposals for revised school organisation arrangements requested by several federated governing boards of primary schools in North Yorkshire

Yes

To detail the outcomes of the statutory consultations carried out by the council, on the revised school organisation arrangements proposed for several primary school federations within the county, and to ask the Executive Committee (or if there are no objections to the proposals, the Executive Member for Education Learning and Skills) to take a final decision on the proposals

Parents, Staff, Governors, Local Secondary Schools, Local Elected Members, Town and parish councils, MP and other local stakeholders.

The statutory proposals were published on the NYC website, in a local newspaper and placed on school gates. The representation period for the statutory proposals ran from 12 January to 6 February 2026. Representations could be made in writing to the Corporate Director- CYPS, or by email to schoolorganisation@northyorks.gov.uk by 6 February 2026

Jon Holden, Head Strategic Planning (CYPS)

jon.holden@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Maltkiln Masterplan Framework

Yes

The New Settlement (Maltkiln) Development Plan Document (DPD) sets a clear and ambitious vision for Maltkiln and a policy framework to guide how it is developed. The DPD, now adopted, will form part of the Development Plan for the Harrogate District and will be used in the determination of planning applications in the area.

Policy NS3 of the Maltkiln Development Plan Document requires that a detailed allocation wide masterplan must be produced for the new settlement in conjunction with the council, local community and other stakeholders and be agreed by the local planning authority.

The draft Masterplan Framework document has been developed in conjunction with the council’s internal specialist officers (together with Maltkiln promotor’s technical team). We have also provided verbal updates to both Management Board and Cabinet Members as the draft framework document has evolved.

We have also consulted with the Local Community Group, technical stakeholders and the wider local community.

On-line Technical Stakeholder briefing session, in-person Local Community Group briefing session, local community drop-in event. For those unable to attend the drop in event, documentation was made available online to provide feedback.

Natasha Durham, Planning Manager (Policy)

natasha.durham@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Sprucing Up Scarborough – High Street Rental Auction Pilot

Yes

To outline new powers provided by the Government under the Levelling Up And Regeneration Act 2023, High Street Rental Auctions (HSRA), which will aid the Council in tackling persistent vacant properties in our High Streets. The report seeks decision to conduct a pilot in Scarborough, with scope to extend to other areas if it is proving effective and not impacting heavily on resources.

Internally all relevant departments have been consulted and have inputted to the report. Externally, if consent is given to conduct the pilot, the wider community will be consulted on the area over which the powers will be applied. Consultations to date for Long Term Plan for Towns and Pride in Place show the top priority for local people and businesses is to see the condition of the town centre improved the HRSA powers directly support that objective.

For the designation of the HSRA area we will consult through multiple channels utilising our website, social media channels, local stakeholder groups, direct mail and traditional local media channels.

Mark Haynes, Business & Economy Project Manager

Mark.haynes@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Acquisition of properties for use as affordable properties to go into the Housing Revenue Account

Yes

To obtain approval from the Executive to acquire properties on for use for affordable housing to take into the Housing Revenue Account.
The acquisition of these homes will increase the supply of social and affordable rented and shared ownership housing and will also form part of our aspiration to deliver 500 new Council homes over the next 5 years.

Executive member for Culture Arts and Housing
Corporate Director of Community Development
Assistant Director of Resources – Community Development
Assistant Director for Housing
Legal
Finance
Housing Needs service as they have confirmed the need in these locations
Housing Management as they will be responsible for managing the properties.
Homes and Places service as they will be responsible for the on-going maintenance of the properties.

Direct contact with relevant members and service areas

John Burroughs, Housing Strategy and Development Officer

john.burroughs@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Mar 2026

Executive

Outdoor Learning Service

Yes

To provide an update on the Outdoor Learning Service provision in North Yorkshire

Amanda Fielding, AD Education & Skills

Amanda.fielding@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Review of the Public Convenience Service

Yes

To agree a series of measures to take forward the public convenience service and an agreed approach for the role of Parish and Town Councils in managing the current network

Parish/town councils in Jan-April 2025 alongside key stakeholders; disability action groups, chambers of commerce, Business Improvement Districts.

Individual meetings and drop-in sessions.

Steven Goddard, Public Conveniences Manager

steve.goddard@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Adult Day Services in Ryedale

Yes

To request approval from Executive on proposals for NYC Adult Day Services in Ryedale.

Local stakeholders

Stakeholder meetings

Hannah Brown

Email: hannah.brown3@northyorks.gov.uk / Tel No: 07970294814

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

North East Regional Coastal Monitoring Programme 2027-2033

Yes

To seek approval to:

1. apply for 100% grant funding of £7,147,000 + 10% contingency (£714,000) from Flood Defence Grant in Aid (FDGIA) administered by the Environment Agency to continue the North East Coastal Monitoring Programme into its 4th phase of delivery through the NYC lead North East Coastal Observatory;

2. if approval is granted and upon award of grant, Executive is asked to accept the funding or delegate authority to accept the award to the Executive Member – Highways and Transportation under the terms and conditions provided

3. notify the Authority that this grant application forms part of joint national funding business case to be developed on behalf of the Coastal Groups of England and undertaken by the lead partners of the National Network of Regional Coastal Monitoring Programmes of England, of which NYC is one. The wider national business case combined value is c.£77million + (additional Risk allowance at the 95th %ile).

Various key stakeholders including Defra, Natural England Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
End users including Network Rail, Joint Nature Conservation Committee, National Trust.

Regular meetings with regional partners, representation and direct reporting to national and regional coastal groups by email and on line at the North East Coastal Observatory website.

Robin Siddle

robin.siddle@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Council Plan 2026-2030 - To make recommendation to Full Council

Yes

To consider and recommend to council the Council Plan for 2026-2030

Corporate and Partnerships Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Management Board

Meetings

Will Boardman, Head of Strategy & Performance

will.boardman@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Amendments to the Council’s Constitution

Yes

Consideration of proposed amendments to the Council’s Constitution for recommendation to full Council.

Subject to any comments Members may have, to recommend the proposed amendments to the Constitution to full Council for approval.

Relevant NYC Officers and Members

The Members’ Working Group on the Constitution

Correspondence and meetings

Moira Beighton

moira.beighton@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Adoption of North Yorkshire Council Harbours Strategy

Yes

To seek approval to adopt the North Yorkshire Council Harbours Strategy

Transport, Economy, Environment and Enterprise Overview and Scrutiny Committee;
Scarborough and Whitby Area Committee;
Filey Ward members; Scarborough Town Council, Whitby Town Council and Filey Town Council; Harbour User groups for Scarborough, Whitby and Filey and the strategy working groups.

The Council's website, via email and meetings

Chris Bourne, Head of Harbours and Coastal Infrastructure

chris.bourne@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Housing Delivery Joint Venture

Yes

The purpose of the report is to seek approval for the Council to enter into a Limited Liability Partnership to create a Housing Joint Venture Vehicle.

Housing and Leisure Overview

Presentation to Housing and Leisure Overview

Hannah Heinemann, Head of Housing Delivery and Partnerships

Hannah.Heinemann@northyorks.gov.uk

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21 Apr 2026

Executive

Scarborough Harbour West Pier Delivery

Yes

The report will seek approval:
1.To agree final budget for delivery of the Scarborough Harbour West Pier Deliver.
2.To request approval of the NYC required funding.
3.To request approval to enter into a contract with construction contractor to deliver agreed works.

Community Development: Economic Development, Regeneration, Tourism and Skills, Resources
Environment: Harbours, Resources
Legal and Democratic Services: Legal
Resources: Property, Procurement and Commercial

Email and briefing

Helen Jackson, Regeneration Projects Manager

helen.jackson1@northyorks.gov.uk

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12 May 2026

Executive

Introduction of a new Enforcement Policy aligned with Renters Rights Act

Yes

Following the introduction of the Renters Rights Act (currently due October 2025) we will need to align our enforcement policy to ensure compliance. There are significant changes proposed which will affect tenants and landlords within communities across North Yorkshire.

As this is a legislative change consultation has been undertaken at government level, our policy will reflect the requirements set in the legislation.

Email, MS Teams and face-to-face meetings

Lynn Williams, Head of Housing Renewal

lynn.williams@northyorks.gov.uk

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12 May 2026

Executive

Place of Change Project, Scarborough

Yes

On 18 March 2025 NYC Executive approved that £4M be set aside to support the development of a ‘Place of Change’, a much-needed supported housing facility on the coast to help meet the needs of individuals with multiple and complex needs who have a history of rough sleeping.
Decision is sought to proceed with the delivery of the Place of Change Supported Accommodation project.

Executive member for Culture Arts and Housing
Corporate Director of Community Development
Assistant Director of Resources – Community Development
Assistant Director for Housing
Legal
Finance
Climate
Equalities
Housing Needs service
Housing Management as they will be responsible for managing the properties.
Homes and Places service as they will be responsible for the on-going maintenance of the properties.

Direct contact with relevant members and service areas whether face to face, email or Teams.

John Burroughs, Housing Strategy and Development Officer

john.burroughs@northyorks.gov.uk

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26 May 2026

Executive

Q4 Performance Monitoring and Budget Report

Yes

Q4 Performance Monitoring and Budget report including: Revenue Plan; Capital Plan; Treasury Management and Prudential Indicators

Management Board

Meetings

Gary Fielding, Corporate Director of Resources

gary.fielding@northyorks.gov.uk

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16 Jun 2026

Executive

Tree and Woodland Policy

Yes

North Yorkshire Council has a legal duty and powers to manage the risk and to protect trees on the land that we manage. This should be reasonable and proportionate to balance the many benefits that trees and woodlands bring. Developing a county wide approach to policy will provide Officers, elected Members and all other stakeholders clarity on how this will be managed. The report will present the Tree and Woodland Policy for adoption.

Members of the Transport, Economy, Environment and Enterprise Overview Property Services, Risk and Insurance, Health

Engagement with the TEEE O

Helen Arnold, Tree and Woodland Manager

Helen.arnold@northyorks.gov.uk

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16 Jun 2026

Executive

Redeployment of land to the north and south of Crosshills Lane, Selby

Yes

To approve the proposed redeployment of the property

Executive members and Management Board at the informal Executive meeting held on 8 June 2021

Philip Cowan, Non-Operational Property Manager, NYCC Property Services

Philip.Cowan@northyorks.gov.uk

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4 Aug 2026

Executive

North Yorkshire Council Regulatory Services Urban Gull Strategy

Yes

To seek approval of a North Yorkshire Council Regulatory Services Urban Gull Strategy

Stakeholder consultation held February/March 2025 to inform the strategy development work.

Survey/questionnaire completed by stakeholders.
Draft strategy scheduled at Overview and Scrutiny Committee and Scarborough and Whitby Area Committee in 2026 prior to submission to Executive

Dean Richardson, Head of Regulatory Services

dean.richardson@northyorks.gov.uk

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18 Aug 2026

Executive

Q1 Performance Monitoring and Budget Report

Yes

Q1 Performance Monitoring and Budget report including: Revenue Plan; Capital Plan; Treasury Management and Prudential Indicators

Management Board

Meetings

Gary Fielding, Corporate Director of Resources

gary.fielding@northyorks.gov.uk

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17 Nov 2026

Executive

Q2 Performance Monitoring and Budget Report

Yes

Q2 Performance Monitoring and Budget report including: Revenue Plan; Capital Plan; Treasury Management and Prudential Indicators

Management Board

Meetings

Gary Fielding, Corporate Director of Resources

gary.fielding@northyorks.gov.uk

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Should you wish to make representation as to the matter being discussed in public please contact Daniel Harry

Email: (daniel.harry@northyorks.gov.uk) Tel: 01609 533531.

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