Decision details
Installation of a Cattle Grid, near Low Askew Bridge, between Lastingham and Cropton
Decision Maker: Corporate Director of Environment
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Decision:
The proposal to install a new cattle grid in
Cropton, North Yorkshire for the purposes of controlling the
passage of animals along the highway has been approved.
Whilst objections were received, they had all been considered and
ameliorated by the design and location of the cattle grid.
Reasons for the decision:
In the interest of highway safety and to
control sheep grazing on common land and is considered necessary
for controlling the passage of animals along the highway.
Alternative options considered:
There are no alternative ways of providing the
barrier to livestock. The cattlegrid will ensure there is no
conflict between livestock and other road users on inappropriate
sections of the road.
Publication date: 14/08/2025
Date of decision: 11/08/2025
Accompanying Documents:
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