ANPR technology will be used for the automated pass scheme, which aims to be more convenient for residents, reducing wait times, freeing up staff to provide further assistance and allowing residents to manage their accounts whenever.
Bookings for visits such as one-off tips and asbestos can also be made using the digital account, enabling residents to book appointments at their convenience.
The digital passes will also allow residents to visit recycling centres in Barnsley as part of a joint partnership with Barnsley Council.
Initially, both digital and paper passes will be accepted at the recycling centres, though residents will be encouraged to apply for a digital account.
The recycling centres are run by HW Martin.
‘Better user experience’
Mark Houlbrook, cabinet member for sustainability and waste, said: “Making our household waste recycling centre passes digital forms part of our ongoing work to offer a better user experience for residents attending the recycling centres.
“Not only will residents no longer need to display windscreen passes but we hope that the change will make recycling waste at the sites seamless and a better overall experience for everyone.
“While the shift to digital will feel like a big change to residents, the sign-up process will be simpler than the current system and will broaden the range of vehicles allowed into sites, making them more accessible to residents.
“By initially introducing the digital passes alongside the paper versions, we hope to iron out any problems residents may face before the scheme goes completely digital later in the year and we believe this will greatly benefit residents in the long run.”
Doncaster council has said for those who aren’t online, staff, particularly those at recycling centres, will be on hand to assist residents with the transition.
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