Working towards cleaner air for Brighton & Hove through improved smoke control areas
May 14, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Approved View on council websiteFull council record
Purpose
This report shares the findings and results of public consultation on smoke control proposals and seeks agreement on a citywide smoke control area.
Decision
That Cabinet:
1) Approve revocation of the five existing SCA (Appendix 1) and the creation of a new single Smoke Control Order for Brighton & Hove.
2) Agree the geographical scope of the new SCA covering the built-up urban area (City Plan Part One area plus the urban fringe) within the council’s Local Planning Authority boundary (Appendix 2).
3) Delegate authority to the Corporate Director City Operations, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Net Zero & Environmental Services, to finalise the Smoke Control Order wording for implementation ensuring compliance with and statutory requirements.
Related Meeting
Cabinet - Thursday, 14 May 2026 - 2.00pm on May 14, 2026
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 14 May 2026 |
| Effective from | 23 May 2026 |
| Expected date | 14 May 2026 |
| Originally due | 14 May 2026 |
| Lead officer | Samuel Rouse |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |