The public toilets in Brentwood Highstreet had recently experienced high levels of vandalism and anti-social behaviour. Initial scoping for the modernising of the facilities to reduce risk of vandalism suggests that it would not be financially feasible to undertake, with the installation of new smaller facilities or conversion of the Changing Places facility being presented as the only feasible options. It has not been established what the footfall of the toilets currently is, therefore, it is proposed that they are re-opened, and monitoring is undertaken to determine the size of facility that the public require.

Following a full discussion, Cllr Aspinell MOVED and Cllr Russell SECONDED the recommendations in the report. A vote was taken and it was RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY that:

Members agreed:

R1. To approve the necessary repairs to the existing toilet facility and reopen to the public.

R2. To approve installation of counters to monitor use, and report back to Committee, seeking final decision on the future of the toilets.

Reason for Recommendation

To establish existing use of the public toilets before arriving at an any final decision, so as to gauge impact of any potential closure or alteration.