Our clients consider there is more potential for new settlements as part of the development strategy in the Plan. Historically, Development Plans in the area have identified new settlements which have allowed policy makers to look beyond the time horizon of a particular Plan period. New settlements have become a characteristic of plan making in the area. The identification of a further new/expanded settlement would provide greater certainty over housing supply in the plan period and beyond. We feel there is more potential for integrating new development (in the form of new allocations) with planned new infrastructure to the west of Cambridge such as the opportunity that arises through A428 dualling.

New settlements should not be viewed in isolation of existing infrastructure and communities. It is appropriate to consider whether there are any specific opportunities for creating new settlements based around existing infrastructure and services.