In April 2007, Cabinet resolved that further proposed parking restrictions in Central St Leonards be deferred pending a detailed economic impact assessment of parking to highlight relevant factors in relation to the regeneration programme for Central St Leonards. Colin Buchanan and Partners Limited (Colin Buchanan) were appointed to undertake the work which involved consultation with a wide range of local stakeholders.
The report, although mainly concentrating on the impact of parking charges on central St.Leonards is available below.
Read the third paragraph under the heading "Characteristics of St.Leonards". It mentions ASDA and the impact it will have, even on central St.Leonards, not just Silverhill.