Objectives
The main objective of the joint approach to Sustainability Appraisal is to simplify the process of collecting baseline information by creating a single location from which relevant documents and data can be obtained.
Other objectives are to:
- Create a comprehensive and up-to date on-line library of documents and data appropriate for use in Sustainability Appraisals.
- Ensure all partners have the opportunity to collaborate on the decision about resources held in the library.
- Reduce duplication of effort in sourcing resources.
- Provide a simple method for partners to submit resources to NOMAD+ and maintain the associated metadata for their own resources.
- Facilitate a Sustainability Appraisal Working Group in the County to share best practice on carrying out Sustainability Appraisals and provide a forum to discuss issues and problems encountered.
- Ensure all members of the Sustainability Appraisal Working Group partners are consulted about the development of the functionality of NOMAD+ in relation to Sustainability Appraisal.
- Provide relevant training to enable partners obtain maximum benefit from NOMAD+ when carrying out Sustainability Appraisals.
- Provide guidance and support for the maintenance of quality geographic data.
- Be flexible to be able to meet the needs of the majority of partners.