Comment

Greater Cambridge Local Plan Preferred Options

Representation ID: 56680

Received: 28/11/2021

Respondent: Dr Nick Campbell

Representation Summary:

The reports “Greater Cambridge Employment Land and Economic Evidence Study” and “Greater Cambridge Housing and Employment Relationships Report” were both produced by the same consultancy team. Were their calculations independently assessed, and if so, is an independent assessment report available?
Post-COVID working patterns suggest more home working, so the need for housing close to employment sites will be reduced. Has this been taken into account when projecting housing requirements?

Full text:

The reports “Greater Cambridge Employment Land and Economic Evidence Study” and “Greater Cambridge Housing and Employment Relationships Report” were both produced by the same consultancy team. Were their calculations independently assessed, and if so, is an independent assessment report available?
Post-COVID working patterns suggest more home working, so the need for housing close to employment sites will be reduced. Has this been taken into account when projecting housing requirements?