Issues & Options
The first stage of the JAAP’s production, the Issues and Options, was published in September 2006. The document sought to identify and explain the range of issues, constraints and opportunities associated with the development of a new neighbourhood.
The Issues and Options JAAP set out a number of the key implications facing the development of a new neighbourhood within the Area of Study but did not identify a specific area to accommodate the development.
Stakeholders and the public were asked to contribute their views on the manner in which the JAAP could develop, and comments received during the six-week consultation period were taken into account when the Preferred Options JAAP was written. Around 450 responses were received, covering a variety of issues, during the consultation process and these were carefully considered.
Responses were received not only on the document itself but also on a series of topic cards that were produced to aid discussion and feedback on issues raised as part of this stage of the JAAP preparation process.
A series of drop-in sessions were held at locations in Colgate and Rusper Parishes and in Crawley town. A stakeholder workshop event was also held with key interested parties.
These responses, together with further technical work and sustainability appraisal, informed the drafting of the Preferred Options JAAP.
