Comment

Representation ID: 58673

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Socius Development Limited on behalf of Railpen

Agent: Bidwells

Travis Perkins, Devonshire Road, Cambridge (HELAA site 51615)

Travis Perkins site on Devonshire Road is proposed as Housing allocation (reference S/C/R9) with revised capacity of 60 dwellings.

Support allocation, but site can accommodate higher capacity and ideally suited for commercial uses. More suited as Mixed Use allocation.

Science and Technology sector is engine of Cambridge Phenomenon. Important to have all types of commercial space to provide wide range of jobs and not rely on long distance travel.

Opportunities for densification in locations well served by public transport should be maximised. Redevelopment of areas around Cambridge station for high quality offices within mixed use development which offers healthy working environment, together with delivery of high quality public realm. Help keep Cambridge compact whilst supporting significant unmet needs arising from knowledge intensive companies. Supports CPIERs third key recommendation.