In response to climate change, there is a need to focus on more sustainable methods of transport.
With the government moving away from petrol and diesel vehicles, and an increase in the number of electric vehicles (EV) in and around Greater Cambridge, there is a demand for fast electric vehicle charging points in accessible locations.

In a similar manner to traditional “petrol stations”, new EV charging stations need to provide ancillary services providing comfort and welfare arrangements for those travelling. However, in a different manner to “petrol stations”, charging takes much longer, which means that you need to provide more space for vehicles to be parked up for longer while being charged, and consequently welfare support services need to be more substantial in their offering.

Our client’s proposals for development at land at Hazlewell Court, Bar Road, Lolworth (Site URN 676) would see the development of a dedicated “EV charging hub”. Located in a highly accessible location on the Bar Hill junction of the A14, close to Bar Hill and at the entrance point to the new settlement of Northstowe, the site represents a strategic opportunity to serve the neighbouring settlements, as well as support the potential employment opportunities represented by proposals at Slate Hall Farm, Bar Hill (Site URN 236).

The neighbouring site is being promoted for commercial development and our client’s proposed EV hub, in conjunction with the hotel, restaurant provision and convenience services, could further support green travel options to the site and the neighbouring settlements. Ultimately, improved access to EV charging would help the move towards a more sustainable Greater Cambridge area.