Street Lighting column routine structural surveys
April 23, 2026 Environment, Economic Growth and Transport Scrutiny Committee (Committee) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Environment, Economic Growth and Transport Scrutiny Committee of Lancashire Council approved recommendations on 23/04/2026. The committee reviewed the approach to the removal and prioritisation of replacement of street lighting columns. Amendments to policy documents will be agreed with the Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport and approved under delegation by the Director for Highways and Transport.
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Purpose
The Street Lighting Team undertake structural assessments of lighting columns in accordance with Guidance Note 22 (GN22) Asset-Management Toolkit: Minor Structures, recommended by the Institute of Lighting Professionals.
The results allow a recommended re-test date, between 3 years and no later than 6 years. If the results indicate likely column failure, depending on the severity and extent of the deterioration a removal date of within 12 to 24 weeks or that the column should be immediately removed is recommended.
Related Meeting
Environment, Economic Growth and Transport Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 23 April 2026 - 10.00 am on April 23, 2026
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 23 Apr 2026 |