The policy intent in relation to housing density confirms that there will not be a blanket requirement, but instead housing densities will be determined on a site specific basis. This is largely justified on the basis of site specific constraints (historic character) and opportunities (transport accessibility).

Marshall is supportive of a design-led approach to density that encourages each site to make the best use of land, whilst remaining sensitive to local character. Marshall has recently appointed specialist landscape architects who will be advising on the opportunities and constraints across the Cambridge East site and what these mean for densities and heights that can be supported across the development. It is intended that this work will feed into the discussions that Marshall will continue with the GCSP in order to help in demonstrating the capacity of the site and begin to establish design principles and draft local plan site allocation policies.