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North East Cambridge Area Action Plan Issues and Options 2019

Representation ID: 33006

Received: 25/03/2019

Respondent: Dr Peter Pope

Representation Summary:

Towers create an aggressive, alien environment which is not welcome.

Buildings with a maximum height of six storeys are advocated in the classic work of Christopher Alexander. My preference is for a maximum straight facade of 4 storeys with any higher set back to avoid urban canyons. Rooftops of deep plan buildings should be roof gardens to help cool the buildings without air conditioning.

Full text:

Towers create an aggressive, alien environment which is not welcome.

Buildings with a maximum height of six storeys are advocated in the classic work of Christopher Alexander. My preference is for a maximum straight facade of 4 storeys with any higher set back to avoid urban canyons. Rooftops of deep plan buildings should be roof gardens to help cool the buildings without air conditioning.