Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were unanimously approved by the council.
summary: The decision involves exploring alternative options for improving off-street parking in East Grinstead.
topline: The council has decided to explore alternative options for improving off-street parking in East Grinstead.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves budgetary and resource requirements, which could impact local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Businesses in East Grinstead", "Council officers"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://midsussex.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=591
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: The Leader took Members to a vote on the recommendations which were unanimously agreed. RESOLVED Cabinet agreed to: (i) Note the outcome of the feasibility work and business case for decking Queensway Car Park (paragraphs 16 to 29) (ii) As a consequence of (i) and given the importance of this matter to East Grinstead, asked officers to carry out further work, including identifying budgetary and resource requirements, to explore alternative options for improving off street parking within the town, and; (iii) Noted the ongoing work taking place to implement the Parking Strategy, including the implementation of technology trials, enhanced enforcement regimes and the development and implementation of targeted policies to improve the customer experience.
Date of Decision: May 19, 2025