Comment
Greater Cambridge Local Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 58180
Received: 13/12/2021
Respondent: Cllr Neil Gough
I agree with the broad policy on affordability. However, we need a much more refined approach to affordability that recognises the total cost of living in each location. An affordable home for a couple that requires one or two cars is a significantly less affordable home that one in which the occupants can function with public transportation and active travel options. The same concepts applies to standards of energy efficiency and the renewable energy. The simple percentage of affordable housing on a development does not tell the complete story.
I agree with the broad policy on affordability. However, we need a much more refined approach to affordability that recognises the total cost of living in each location. An affordable home for a couple that requires one or two cars is a significantly less affordable home that one in which the occupants can function with public transportation and active travel options. The same concepts applies to standards of energy efficiency and the renewable energy. The simple percentage of affordable housing on a development does not tell the complete story.