Decision details

Reasons for Decision

a)    The proposed diversion and creation meet the legal criteria set out in the Highways Act 1980.

b)    The inclusion of these provisions in a public path means that there is no need for a separate legal event order to modify the definitive map and statement as a result of the diversion and creation.

c)    Accordingly, the absence of objectors may be taken as acceptance that the proposed diversion and creation are expedient and therefore Dorset Council can itself confirm the orders.

Alternative options considered and rejected

None.

Decision

a)    The application to divert Footpaths 15 (part) and 16. Wooton Fitzpaine and to create a new footpath in Wooton Fitzpaine be accepted and a diversion and creation order made.

b)    The Orders include provisions to modify the definitive map and statement to record the changes made as a consequence of the diversion and creation; and

c)    If the Orders are unopposed, they be confirmed by the Council.