Purpose

This updated Graffiti Removal Policy provides clearer definitions, distinguishing between graffiti and street art, ensuring greater clarity and consistency. Additionally, the policy emphasises the importance of understanding the intent behind the graffiti and the context in which it appears, allowing informed decisions to be made as to whether the content is harmful or is inappropriate content ahead of its potential removal.

Decision

RESOLVED:

1. To approve Graffiti Removal Policy in Appendix 1 of the report.
2. To delegate authority to the Director of Environment & Climate Change (or equivalent) to approve any future minor amendments to the policy.

Reason(s) for decision

1. This Graffiti Removal Policy provides clear definitions, distinguishing between graffiti and street art, ensuring greater clarity and consistency in graffiti removal. Additionally, the Policy emphasises the importance of understanding the intent behind the graffiti and the context in which it appears, allowing informed decisions to be made as to whether the content is harmful or is inappropriate ahead of its potential removal.