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.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/06/2025
Decision due: 21 Oct 2025 by Executive
Lead member: Executive Member for Open to Business
Lead director: Corporate Director of Environment
Contact: Chris Bourne, Head of Harbours and Coastal Infrastructure Email: chris.bourne@northyorks.gov.uk Chris.Bourne@northyorks.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Public consultation via website.
Consultees
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.