Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 23, 2025

Purpose: Report to outline proposed approach to the Council's portfolio of off-street parking places

Content: RESOLVED That the Cabinet: a)                approves the Off-Street Parking Strategy as set outlined Appendix A of report HCS/091. b)                delegates authority to Head of Community Services in consultation with the appropriate Cabinet Member to review and make minor amendments to the strategy as further changes to the legislation and /or statutory guidance are introduced or following any other review. (Generic Delegation 7 will be used to enact this recommendation).  Reasons for the Recommendations The Off-Street Parking Strategy sets out a coherent framework for the Council to manage its off-street parking assets effectively, fairly, and transparently. It enables clear decision-making about pricing, investment, enforcement, and digital transformation, ensuring that Crawley’s parking provision keeps pace with changing user behaviour and technological innovation. In declaring a Climate and Nature Emergency in 2024, the Council committed to reducing carbon emissions and supporting modal shift. This strategy identifies how parking provision can both respond to the needs of motorists and actively support the transition to more sustainable transport modes, including walking, cycling, and public transport.