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Policy GP/LC: Protection and enhancement of landscape character
Representation ID: 210254
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
It is essential that the policy is applied in a balanced manner to ensure that it does not excessively constrain the delivery of much-needed housing in sustainable locations.
Vistry and The Quy Estate consider that the assessment of landscape setting and contribution should be undertaken on a site-specific, case by case basis, having regard to the existing condition and character of the land concerned. Not all land within the wider landscape setting of Cambridge currently makes a meaningful contribution to its character or special qualities. Where development proposals can deliver landscape enhancement, strengthening green infrastructure and reinforcing defensible settlement edges, they can positively contribute to the objectives of the policy while also supporting the wider growth strategy.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
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Policy GP/HE: Historic environment
Representation ID: 210255
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
It is considered that the reference within the policy to proposals being supported by a Heritage Impact Assessment would be more appropriately addressed through the Council's validation requirements, rather than forming part of the policy wording itself.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
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Policy GP/HE: Historic environment
Representation ID: 210256
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
While the policy states that “The Local Planning Authorities will balance the need for development with the conservation, enhancement and enjoyment of the historic environment”, this wording does not fully reflect the structured approach required by the NPPF. Paragraph 208 of the Framework is clear that, where a proposal would result in less than substantial harm to the significance of a designated heritage asset, that harm should be weighed against the public benefits of the proposal, including, where appropriate, securing its optimum viable use. It is therefore recommended that the policy is refined to explicitly reflect this test.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
I would be grateful if you could please confirm safe receipt of this email and its submission to the consultation.
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Policy GP/HA: Designated heritage assets
Representation ID: 210257
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
Vistry and The Quy Estate support the overall vision and objectives of the proposed policy. Although, it is noted that the principles set out within the policy closely mirror those contained within Policy GP/HE. In Vistry and The Quy Estate’s view, the policy would benefit from being combined with Policy GP/HE.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
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Policy J/AL: Protecting the best agricultural land
Representation ID: 210258
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
Vistry and The Quy Estate acknowledge the importance of protecting the best and most versatile agricultural land, however, it is important that the weight attached to the loss of such land is proportionate and evidence led. In addition, the context of agricultural land is also important to consider in respect of viability.
For example, Land at Fen Ditton was part of the wider Quy Estate which covers the surrounding areas of Fen Ditton / Horningsea / Stow-cum-Quy. Following the construction of the A14 this parcel of land was segregated from the wider farm. As a result, the land is now difficult to farm in the context of the wider farming practices within the Quy Estate and thus reduces its viability as agricultural land. Modern farming is presented with logistical challenges that mean whilst the soil quality itself may not have changed, the context, such as the above, changes its viable productivity.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
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Policy J/AL: Protecting the best agricultural land
Representation ID: 210259
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
The Natural England Guide to assessing development proposals on agricultural land (2021) clarifies how impacts on agricultural land quality should be considered in decision-making. The guidance identifies that consultation with Natural England is only required where development would result in the loss of 20 hectares or more of best and most versatile agricultural land, as set out under Schedule 4(y) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015. This threshold provides a clear indication of the scale at which the loss of high quality agricultural land is considered significant in planning terms.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
I would be grateful if you could please confirm safe receipt of this email and its submission to the consultation.
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Policy J/AL: Protecting the best agricultural land
Representation ID: 210260
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
The application of the policy should reflect both the scale of any proposed loss and the wider planning balance, including housing need, sustainability, deliverability and the availability of alternative sites. Where the loss of best and most versatile agricultural land is limited in extent and outweighed by the benefits of development, including the delivery of much-needed housing in sustainable locations, the policy should allow for a balanced and proportionate assessment rather than operating as an absolute constraint.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
I would be grateful if you could please confirm safe receipt of this email and its submission to the consultation.
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Policy H/AH: Affordable housing
Representation ID: 210262
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
In seeking to deliver the affordable housing tenures identified within the policy, it is important that the Councils allocate a sufficient number of sites of varying sizes, types and locations across the District. In particular, the inclusion of an appropriate proportion of medium to large scale sites will be critical to ensuring that affordable housing is delivered consistently and within the plan period. Sites, including those promoted by Vistry such as Fen Ditton, present clear opportunities to deliver a broad mix of tenures and a variety of affordable housing sizes and types as part of well-designed, mixed and balanced communities.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
I would be grateful if you could please confirm safe receipt of this email and its submission to the consultation.
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Policy H/AH: Affordable housing
Representation ID: 210263
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
Paragraph 6 of the policy states that “within major developments for housing, the new affordable homes must be dispersed in small groups or clusters.” While the principle of tenure integration is supported, further clarification is required as to what constitutes “small groups or clusters” in practice.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
I would be grateful if you could please confirm safe receipt of this email and its submission to the consultation.
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Policy H/HM: Housing mix
Representation ID: 210264
Received: 30/01/2026
Respondent: Vistry Group
Agent: Turley
Vistry and The Quy Estate support the approach taken within the policy, which sets out housing mix as a series of recommendations expressed as a range, rather than as fixed requirements. This provides an appropriate level of flexibility, allowing development proposals to respond to changing market conditions and housing needs over the plan period, while still supporting the delivery of a balanced mix of homes.
This submission relates to Land at Fen Ditton (HELAA Ref. 47647 and HELAA Ref. 200770).
We write of behalf of our client, Vistry, to submit representations to the GCLP Regulation 18 Consultation on the Draft Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
To support the submission, please find attached the following documents:
• Land at Fen Ditton – GCLP Regulation 18 Representations – Vistry & Quy Estate.
• Appendix 1 – Vision Document
• Appendix 2 – Landscape and Visual Advice Note & Initial Green Belt Review
• Appendix 3 – Review of the Sustainability Performance of Fen Ditton
I would be grateful if you could please confirm safe receipt of this email and its submission to the consultation.
