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Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 7: Define the purpose, scope, approval process and stakeholder involvement for the proposed Place Book.
Paragraph 9: Avoid prescribing the precise mix or quantity of development. Broaden healthcare provision to include ancillary uses and supporting infrastructure related to hospital functions.
Paragraph 10: Confirm that the whole-campus masterplan requirement applies to Phases 3 and 4 and is co-developed by landowners, with occupier input, without delaying urgent existing-campus projects.
Paragraphs 12b and 13: Permit a temporary helipad within the Landscape Improvement Area or Strategic Enhancement Area, subject to impact assessment.
Paragraph 14b: Require key views to be retained and enhanced only where appropriate.
Paragraph 14d: Require mitigation of unacceptable adverse impacts, rather than all adverse impacts.
Paragraph 16e: Prioritise building retrofit and reuse only where practical, viable and in the public interest.
Paragraph 22b: Delete the East–West Link requirement or identify it as a longer-term aspiration dependent on feasibility and funding.
Paragraph 22d: Remove the prescriptive list of transport improvements and determine requirements through the masterplan and infrastructure planning process.
Paragraph 30: Apply the listed pre-development requirements specifically to applications for Phases 3 and 4, not all earlier development.
Supporting text 3.2.34: Avoid formulaic infrastructure requirements; tailor provision to development phasing, viability and the specific characteristics of campus housing.
Supporting text 3.2.39: Remove the indicative trip-budget figure until supported by robust evidence, accounting for different users’ needs.
Supporting text 3.2.40: Recognise that the East–West Link is unlikely to be delivered during the plan period and will require alternative funding.
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 7: There is a lack of clarity on what is intended for the site wide Place book. There should be clear wording either in site specific policies, or elsewhere in the plan, to provide a clear definition. For instance, it is not clear what level of detail is expected, who will approve the place book nor the level of consultation with stakeholders. We support the need for an overarching masterplan for the campus, setting a flexible framework within which detailed proposals may come forward. We also support the use of design codes which we see as a key tool for ensuring all plot developers comply with the overall masterplan vision and design principles.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 7: Define the purpose, scope, approval process and stakeholder involvement for the proposed Place Book.
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 9: The policy, whilst trying to establish the broad parameters of the development of the campus, should not be overly prescriptive in terms of use or quantum of development. This is particularly important for healthcare provision, which must continue to respond to needs, and be delivered within funding constraints which will dictate phasing and delivery. We understand that other campus landowners are likely to object to the specificity in the policy, which we support as a principle, to ensure that the appropriate mix of uses, and quantum of development, can be delivered to maximise the benefits the campus can deliver. If a level of prescription is to remain, then this must not lead to additional constraints on healthcare development.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 9: Avoid prescribing the precise mix or quantity of development. Broaden healthcare provision to include ancillary uses and supporting infrastructure related to hospital functions.
Proposed amendment:
Under policy paragraph 9.a) we would like to request that the definition of “healthcare provision is amended as follows:
” a. Healthcare provision serving local, regional and international needs, including new and updated NHS buildings, ancillary uses and supporting infrastructure, where these are related to the core functions of the hospital”;
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 10: CUH are broadly supportive of the aims of Paragraph 10 and particularly welcome the current wording which requires a ‘whole Campus Masterplan’ being agreed prior to any major applications coming forward on the Phase 3 and 4 land in recognition of their Green Belt location. The mechanism for agreeing the masterplan is somewhat subjective. The use of the word ‘input’ does not do justice to the need for effective joint working across landowners and occupiers. Any further material changes to the policy wording requiring the masterplan to be approved at an earlier stage than a Phase 3 and 4 planning application, would be of significant concern to CUH, given the multitude of documents and complexity of some of the issues, which could give rise to unacceptable delays in delivery of time critical NHS provision or associated uses.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 10: Confirm that the whole-campus masterplan requirement applies to Phases 3 and 4 and is co-developed by landowners, with occupier input, without delaying urgent existing-campus projects.
Proposed amendment:
CUH suggest amending the wording such that the masterplan should be “co-produced by all existing landowners and with input from major occupiers”.
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 12b: The provision of a helipad for the hospital is time limited in its current location, with temporary permission until May 2029. The flight paths will be impacted by the construction of the Cambridge Children’s Hospital which is expected during 2027. Therefore, a temporary location is required, ahead of a permanent on campus helideck as part of the renewal of Addenbrooke’s Hospital. This may result in land being shown on the Spatial Framework as SEA or Landscape Improvement Area being required on a temporary basis. CUH therefore request that the policy be amended to allow for this provision, with a planning application anticipated during late 2026/early 2027.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraphs 12b and 13: Permit a temporary helipad within the Landscape Improvement Area or Strategic Enhancement Area, subject to impact assessment.
Proposed amendment:
‘The delivery of infrastructure to support hospital operations including helipad or elevated helideck for the Helicopter Emergency Medical Services. A helipad may be permitted on an interim basis in the Landscape Improvement Area or SEA, subject to a comprehensive impact assessment confirming no unacceptable adverse effects, pending the delivery of a long term solution as part of the NHS site redevelopment; and’
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 13: As has been set out above for paragraph 12b, the need for a temporary helipad location is required ahead of the helideck. Given that the location is likely to be in the SEA, we suggest that the wording of paragraph 13 is amended to align with this.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraphs 12b and 13: Permit a temporary helipad within the Landscape Improvement Area or Strategic Enhancement Area, subject to impact assessment.
Ensure the built area of the Campus is contained within the Site Allocation boundary identified on the Policies Map. Beyond this, other associated uses and mitigation may be provided in the Strategic Enhancement Area, including drainage, habitat compensation for displaced farmland species, sustainable and active travel infrastructure, access works and, in appropriate locations, open space and a temporary helipad.
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 14b: CUH support the aspirations of this policy but consider that there is a need to recognise that any development on the CBC site will be visible from surrounding areas such as Magog Down and wider countryside approaches.
However, this does not necessarily constitute a barrier to development provided that the buildings are well designed and amalgamate well into their surroundings. The policy requirement for a Place Book and Masterplan for the wider campus will ensure considerations such as this form part of that process.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 14b: Require key views to be retained and enhanced only where appropriate.
Proposed amendment:
“Retain key strategic and local views and seek to enhance them where appropriate.”
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 14d: CUH are supportive of this policy and consider that the operational needs of the existing hospital should be an absolute priority. However, following discussions with other landowners it has been agreed that the wording should be amended to avoid ‘unacceptable impacts’ to ensure consistency with the NPPF. National policy does not treat all adverse impacts as unacceptable. In some cases, adverse impacts may be acceptable where they have been minimised, mitigated as far as is practicable. This is particularly relevant to matters such as noise, transport and lighting. The policy should therefore refer to mitigation of unacceptable adverse impacts, rather than implying that any adverse impact on surrounding communities would be unacceptable.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 14d: Require mitigation of unacceptable adverse impacts, rather than all adverse impacts.
‘Respect the operational needs of existing NHS and institutional facilities and mitigate any unacceptable adverse impacts on surrounding communities.’
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 16e: CUH are supportive of the aspirations of Paragraph 16e, however, as is recognised in draft Policy CC/CE (2d), there are circumstances where demolition may deliver benefits that outweigh the carbon savings associated with retaining the existing building. As advised previously by CUH, the existing campus contains many older buildings which are in need of renewal and not suitable for refurbishment given the associated costs and practicalities. By necessity, the hospital will need to provide new operational buildings before old buildings can be vacated and decommissioned in order to retain the required level of service to the public. Therefore, it is suggested that the wording of paragraph 16e should be amended to reflect this and align it with Policy draft CC/CE (2d).
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 16e: Prioritise building retrofit and reuse only where practical, viable and in the public interest.
Proposed amendment:
‘Where practical, viable, and in the public interest, prioritising the retrofit and reuse of buildings where possible, especially where they are of heritage or operational value;’
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
Greater Cambridge Local Plan: Proposed Submission
Policy S/CBC: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (including Addenbrooke's Hospital)
Respondent: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Agent: No. 6 Developments
Representation Summary:
Paragraph 22b.i: CUH remain supportive of the principle of east west connectivity across the campus. Further work on deliverability, including a feasibility study undertaken in 2025, demonstrates that its delivery is dependent on removal of the main hospital food court, and the significant theatre block above. should the acute hospital be funded and allow for their relocation, the funding of the East West link is a significant challenge and will not come forward without alternative sources of funding.
Change suggested by respondent:
Paragraph 22b: Delete the East–West Link requirement or identify it as a longer-term aspiration dependent on feasibility and funding.
Proposed amendment:
We therefore ask that paragraph 22 b, i) is amended as follows:
“22. Deliver an exemplar approach to connectivity and movement within and through the site, promoting sustainable transport, inclusive access, and active travel by:
b. Setting aside land for and directly delivering the following physical transport measures within the site:
ii.
Improvements to key routes for walking, wheeling and cycling, including Francis Crick Avenue, Dame Mary Archer Way, Robinson Way and Puddicombe Way;
iii.
Focused enhancements to improve safety at key junctions for all road users, including the Guided Busway / Francis Crick Avenue junction and the Addenbrooke’s roundabout;
iv.
A network of Mobility Hubs at key interchanges, including adjacent to Cambridge South station and bus interchange(s);
v.
Consolidation of new or re-provided car parking into Mobility Hubs wherever possible, providing high-quality cycle parking, shared mobility infrastructure, and accessible transport for all users. New permanent surface parking should be limited, with provision of short-stay drop-off and pickup bays and blue badge spaces sensitively planned for with dropped kerbs with short distances to hospital, research facilities and offices; and vi. A network of delivery and consolidation hubs and a last mile delivery system, exploring the use of dynamic kerbside management and other emerging technologies.”
Additional proposed text in lieu of deleted limb b. i, to follow after limb v):
“In addition, steps should be taken to safeguard the future delivery of a public transport and active travel connectivity east west along Main Drive, connecting the Addenbrooke’s Roundabout, via Main Drive, to Keith Day Road, recognising that such delivery will likely be beyond the plan period given the ongoing use of the site by the Addenbrooke’s Hospital food court and theatre block. It is recognised that delivery will be dependent on significant alternative sources of funding.”
Full text:
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust while supporting the long-term vision for Cambridge Biomedical Campus, objects to elements of Policy S/CBC that have the potential to delay essential healthcare development. CUH seeks clearer definitions, flexible land-use requirements, and collaborative preparation of the campus masterplan. Crucially, masterplan and infrastructure requirements should relate specifically to Phases 3 and 4, rather than restrict essential projects on the existing campus. Consideration should be given to the inclusion of provision for a temporary helipad, proportionate transport obligations, evidence-based trip budgets and the need for acknowledgement that the East–West Link should be a long term aspiration.
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