Pigeon has set out in response to earlier points in this submission, the view that the overall quantity of housing allocations should be increased. We have also reasoned that some existing housing needs (for the affordable or elderly persons markets for example) can best be met in the places where those communities’ needs already exist. Pigeon has supported the overall objective of reducing reliance on private motor vehicle commuting.
An important tool in addressing all of these objectives would be to increase the amount of housing allocated in those parts of the RRA where there are significant, thriving communities and where there is the opportunity for residents to travel to and from Cambridge city by active or public transport.
It is noted that the Council has recognised the potential benefits of this approach in places like Melbourn and Oakington. Other settlements should also be considered to see what medium sized sites can be identified to contribute
• increased numbers overall
• early delivery
• meet local needs
• provide active/public transport choices for new residents
• contribute to local infrastructure provision such as the provision of public open space

build on the success, social and economic capital of thriving communities