Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations were approved.
summary: The decision involves recommendations in the field of economy and planning.
topline: The Head of Economy and Planning has decided to approve recommendations in a potentially contentious decision.
reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to potential impacts on local stakeholders and political interests.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Businesses", "Developers"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are implications of political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.crawley.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=904
Decision Maker: Head of Economy and Planning
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: This Statement of Common Ground (SoCG) between South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) and Crawley Borough Council (CBC) has been prepared and agreed in respect of the South Downs National Park Local Plan review. The SoCG seeks to establish the current position of both councils in relation to the respective areas and the Local Plans. As this is a SoCG to support the preparation of a nearby authority’s Local Plan, and reflects the adopted Crawley Borough Local Plan position, it has been signed off by the Head of Service, in accordance with the delegation scheme. The SDNPA and CBC SoCG, June 2026 is attached.
Content:
Date of Decision: June 30, 2026