Comment

Representation ID: 30652

Received: 02/02/2015

Respondent: Indigo Planning Ltd

The draft AAP is broadly supported by TCE, subject to the two main concerns set out within these representations being addressed.

Firstly, clarification must be provided with regards to the employment uses which will be encouraged on the site. As set out under 'vision' above, we would like to see a greater emphasis on the area being developed further as an internationally recognised business, research and development cluster, as per the existing character of this part of Cambridge. This must not be diluted by the AAP.

Secondly, we have significant concerns regarding the traffic and movement principles set out within the AAP which have been developed without an understanding of the baseline position for the area. The traffic modelling and sensitivity testing which has been identified as necessary must be undertaken to establish the baseline position for the development of the area. Until this modelling has been undertaken, TCE are of the view that the AAP should not be further progressed.

Lastly, it is essential that the AAP ensures mechanisms to ensure that the new station is effectively linked to the existing businesses within the AAP area, including CBP; however, there should be no public access through CBP.