Halcrow was appointed by Thames Gateway South Essex Partnership, working closely with Castle Point Borough Council and The East of England Development Agency, to undertake a scoping study to assess potential development options within the context of the South West Canvey Island Regeneration Zone.

The study is a critical step in understanding the contribution that Canvey Island can make to delivering government objectives for the Thames Gateway in South Essex, and presents the business case for financial support from the ODPM via the Sustainable Communities Fund.

scope

	economic 'Green Book' appraisal
	regeneration
	planning services
	urban design and master planning
	transport assessment

key factors

	analysis of the economic case
	sustainability
	wider community benefits
	development of fundable options
	socio economic factors
	development of Thames Gateway
	transport requirements
	public perception / image
	phasing of the project