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National Planning Framework Strategic Environmental Assessment: Stage 1 - Assessment of Strategic Alternatives: Discussion Paper

DescriptionSets out the range of strategic alternatives that have been considered as part of the development of the NPF, and identifies their respective environmental effects. These findings will be used to inform the development of a 'preferred option' for the National Planning Framework.
ISBN9780755966523 (Web Only)
Official Print Publication DateJune 2007
Website Publication DateJune 13, 2007

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ISBN 978 0 7559 6652 3 (Web only publication)

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Contents

Introduction

Methods for Determining Alternatives

Methods for Assessing the Alternatives

Alternative 1 'Economy' is firstly defined and assessed. This includes an overview of the alternative, a summary of views on the theme arising from the early consultation, a clear statement of the components and assumptions underlying the alternative, a populated assessment summary framework, an outline of key findings, and a concluding summary.

Alternative 2 'Sustainability' is subsequently defined and assessed using the same structure.

Alternative 3 'Communities' is defined and assessed.

Alternative 4 'Connectivity' is defined and assessed.

Alternative 5 'Business as usual' is defined and assessed.

Key Findings for Further Discussion

Conclusions - Responding to this Discussion Paper

This paper has been prepared with a view to sharing the early findings of the assessment with a wider audience, and reflects work in progress. It is not intended as a final output in its own right - but is a tool for use in this part of the SEA.

Any comments from stakeholders and the wider public would therefore be most welcome.

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