Question 10. Do you think we should require extra climate adaptation and resilience features to new developments?

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5.9 A policy approach with multiple options for delivering net zero carbon is likely to be most effective in delivering development, as well as carbon neutrality. A multi-pronged approach should allow different solutions for different developments, reflecting context. For example, for some developments, Passivhaus energy standards may be achievable (going well above and beyond minimums set out in the Building Regulations), but for others, Building Regulations may need to be followed but an offset solution, such as a green bond or offset fund, could be used to achieve a net carbon reduction. Possible options need to be worked up in more detail as the Plan progresses and must build in flexibility.

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4.16 It is important to ensure that new developments are resilient and can be adapted in the future. There is a balance in relation to what should be carried out now and the ability to adapt as and when it is required in the future. The research and technology are continuing to evolve and the requirements and methods of addressing climate change will alter accordingly. There is also reference to tree and shrub planting that would be resilient to warmer and drier climates. With regard to planting and biodiversity/resilience, clear guidance should be provided as there is often conflicting advice. The impact also needs to be considered in relation to existing species and the potential impact of such a changes.

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4.16 It is important to ensure that new developments are resilient and can be adapted in the future. There is a balance in relation to what should be carried out now and the ability to adapt as and when it is required in the future. The research and technology are continuing to evolve and the requirements and methods of addressing climate change will alter accordingly. There is also reference to tree and shrub planting that would be resilient to warmer and drier climates. With regard to planting and biodiversity/resilience, clear guidance should be provided as there is often conflicting advice. The impact also needs to be considered in relation to existing species and the potential impact of such a changes.

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This Plan needs to focus on the impact of land use choices on Climate Change, and on the adaptation of new developments to facilitate radical changes in, for example, vehicle use and modal shift in transport, and in sources of energy. These decisions must enable us to meet employment and housing needs and to maximise our use of public transport or zero-carbon modes of transport. In the immediate future, this will require development to be concentrated in urban areas, and on public transport corridors. A failure to meet demand, especially for affordable housing, in proximity to employment will inevitably lead to more distance commuting and car use by families who would otherwise avoid it. Developments should also be designed to adapt to Climate Change- driven changes in, for example risks of extreme weather events; and to support future-proofing of mobility, employment and transport. There will be no unique answers in predicting this, so the Planning Authority needs to engage developers in a continuing debate about these issues and ensure the Local Plan is sufficiently flexible to be able to accommodate and adapt to the fast-paced evolution of technology. The Climate change impact of poorer energy performance housing will remain very substantial unless and until we can retro-fit energy efficiency in the existing housing stock. We would want to see policies which would give support to developments which will bring zero-carbon sources of energy to existing settlements by virtue of the investment in new homes or offices and industry. Similarly, if householders are able to adapt their homes to meet a zero-carbon standard, they should benefit from a permitted development right. The Government’s consultation on a Future Homes Standard is setting an ambitious timetable for improving the environmental performance of new homes; this should be reflected in Building Regulations and should not be duplicated through the Planning processes.

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4.12 A policy approach with multiple options for delivering net zero carbon is likely to be most effective in delivering development, as well as carbon neutrality. A multi-pronged approach should allow different solutions for different developments, reflecting context. For example, for some developments, Passivhaus energy standards may be achievable (going well above and beyond minimums set out in the Building Regulations), but for others, Building Regulations may need to be followed but an offset solution, such as a green bond or offset fund, could be used to achieve a net carbon reduction. Possible options need to be worked up in more detail as the Plan progresses and must build in flexibility.

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3.15 New developments can respond and adapt to climate change through a range of indicators. These include but are not limited to a centralised parking strategy within new developments to enable a pedestrian scale environment and a shift away from car usage, sustainable water management such as grey water recycling and permeable external surfaces and low energy environmental strategies including ground source heat bumps and solar thermal panels. 3.16 Trumpington South would incorporate extra climate adaptation features and would carefully recognise and adhere to the recommendations provided by Cambridge Country Council in the Sustainable Design and Construction SPD.

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4.11 A policy approach with multiple options for delivering net zero carbon is likely to be most effective in delivering development, as well as carbon neutrality. A multi-pronged approach should allow different solutions for different developments, reflecting context. For example, for some developments, Passivhaus energy standards may be achievable (going well above and beyond minimums set out in the Building Regulations), but for others, Building Regulations may need to be followed but an offset solution, such as a green bond or offset fund, could be used to achieve a net carbon reduction. Possible options need to be worked up in more detail as the Plan progresses and must build in flexibility.

Yes, strongly agree

REFERENCE TO PARA 4.1.3. There is no reference to the Circular Economy, (the principle of designing out waste and pollution, and keeping materials in use), in the First Conservation report or in the Sustainability Appraisal Framework. It is suggested that this should be included.

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3.15 New developments can respond and adapt to climate change through a range of indicators. These include but are not limited to a centralised parking strategy within new developments to enable a pedestrian scale environment and a shift away from car usage, sustainable water management such as grey water recycling and permeable external surfaces and low energy environmental strategies including ground source heat bumps and solar thermal panels. 3.16 Trumpington South would incorporate extra climate adaptation features and would carefully recognise and adhere to the recommendations provided by Cambridge Country Council in the Sustainable Design and Construction SPD.

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New developments can respond and adapt to climate change through a range of indicators. These include but are not limited to net biodiversity gain, regulated CO2 emissions, zero carbon homes, low impact materials and lower water usage.

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REFERENCE TO PARA 4.1.3. There is no reference to the Circular Economy, (the principle of designing out waste and pollution, and keeping materials in use), in the First Conservation report or in the Sustainability Appraisal Framework. It is suggested that this should be included.

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The development at Land to the South East of Cambridge will support the emerging Local Plan’s aims with regards to the theme of climate change, most notably through its location. It is a highly accessible site that can encourage low-carbon transportation use: building on existing habits in this location and enhancing local cycling and walking networks to limit private car use. CEG would also pursue on site elements to bring forward a scheme where homes are high-quality, energy efficient, and well-designed to promote low-carbon lifestyles. This is all to promote a potentially net zero carbon scheme.

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4.13 Due to the anticipated rate of change in climate adaptation and mitigation measures over the plan period, a policy approach which allows for different solutions to be considered for each new development, as and when they come forward, is essential. This will allow for new or advancing technologies to be considered at the appropriate time.

Yes, somewhat agree

Yes, somewhat agree. We recommend that a more future proof option is to require that developments respond to the most up to date risks identified by the Climate Change Committee and demonstrate a clear adaptation strategy including a risk assessment and mitigation measures to be adopted.

Yes, somewhat agree

2.18 Agree. There will be many opportunities to incorporate additional climate adaptation and resilience features into new development. It will be critical for new developments to capture these opportunities to ensure they are resilient for future climate changes, and so that that can operate successfully in the future. It is likely that those opportunities will emerge at detailed design stage and on a site by site basis, but we support pushing new developments to go further than ‘business as usual’. It is also likely that new solutions and good practice examples will emerge during the plan period for emerging GCLP.

Yes, somewhat agree

The development at Land to the South East of Cambridge will support the emerging Local Plan’s aims with regards to the theme of climate change, most notably through its location. It is a highly accessible site that can encourage low-carbon transportation use: building on existing habits in this location and enhancing local cycling and walking networks to limit private car use. CEG would also pursue on site elements to bring forward a scheme where homes are high-quality, energy efficient, and well-designed to promote low-carbon lifestyles. This is all to promote a potentially net zero carbon scheme.

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4.12 A policy approach with multiple options for delivering net zero carbon is likely to be most effective in delivering development, as well as carbon neutrality. A multi-pronged approach should allow different solutions for different developments, reflecting context. For example, for some developments, Passivhaus energy standards may be achievable (going well above and beyond minimums set out in the Building Regulations), but for others, Building Regulations may need to be followed but an offset solution, such as a green bond or offset fund, could be used to achieve a net carbon reduction. Possible options need to be worked up in more detail as the Plan progresses and must build in flexibility.

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4.5.1 A policy approach with multiple options for delivering net zero carbon is likely to be most effective in delivering development, as well as carbon neutrality. A multi-pronged approach should allow different solutions for different developments, reflecting context. For example, for some developments, Passivhaus energy standards may be achievable (going well above and beyond minimums set out in the Building Regulations), but for others, Building Regulations may need to be followed but an offset solution, such as a green bond or offset fund, could be used to achieve a net carbon reduction. Possible options need to be worked up in more detail as the Plan progresses and must build in flexibility.

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4.9 A policy approach with multiple options for delivering net zero carbon is likely to be most effective in delivering development, as well as carbon neutrality. A multi-pronged approach should allow different solutions for different developments, reflecting context. For example, for some developments, Passivhaus energy standards may be achievable (going well above and beyond minimums set out in the Building Regulations), but for others, Building Regulations may need to be followed but an offset solution, such as a green bond or offset fund, could be used to achieve a net carbon reduction. Possible options need to be worked up in more detail as the Plan progresses and must build in flexibility.

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New developments can respond and adapt to climate change through a range of indicators. These include but are not limited to a centralised parking strategy within new developments to enable a pedestrian scale environment and a shift away from car usage, sustainable water management such as grey water recycling and permeable external surfaces and low energy environmental strategies including ground source heat bumps and solar thermal panels. Trumpington South would incorporate extra climate adaptation features and would carefully recognise and adhere to the recommendations provided by Cambridge Country Council in the Sustainable Design and Construction SPD.