Decision

Recommendations from: Vehicle Dwellers – The Bristol Model

Decision Maker: Homes and Housing Delivery Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 14, 2025

Purpose: To update the committee on the implementation of the recommendations from the report Vehicle Dwellers – The Bristol Model, published in March 2024.

Content: The Committee (unanimously) RESOLVED:   1. To discuss the different options presented within the report and make a commitment to further engagement with vehicle dwellers across the city. 2. To review the Vehicle Encampments on the highway policy. The new policy will aim to reflect the changing face of Bristol Vehicles Dwellers, identify any gaps in service provision and involve information gained from vehicle dwellers and local communities. A further report will also be brought back to a future Committee meeting.   

Supporting Documents

Appendix A4 - establish a permanent vehicle dweller site.pdf
Recommendations from Vehicle Dwellers The Bristol Model Report.pdf
Appendix A3 - change the operating model of meanwhile sites.pdf
Appendix A5 - Establish service sites for Vehicle Dwellers.pdf
Appendix A8 - Suggested attendees at officers task and finish group.pdf
Appendix C - Environmental Impact Assessment.pdf
Appendix D - Decision Risk Assessment.pdf
Appendix A2 - current work undertaken by different teams with VDws.pdf
Appendix B - Equality Impact Assessment - Vehicle Dwellers The Bristol Model.pdf
Vehicle Dwellers Report - Approved Additional Officer Recommendation.pdf