Greater Cambridge Local Plan Issues & Options 2020
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New searchLand at South Trumpington South Cambridge: West of Hauxton Road and north of M11 (previously submitted as Land to the North of the M11 and West of Hauxton Road)
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South Cambridgeshire District Council - Ref. S/1925/16/OL and Cambridge City Council - Ref. 16/1376/OUT. Withdrawn 27-Jun-2017. "A phased development of a Sporting Village comprising new sports facilities, Community uses (Use Class D1), Leisure Uses (Use Class D2), Retail (Use Class A1/A3/A4) and residential development (Use Class C3), new landscaping and public realm, car and cycle parking, other associated works and access from Hauxton Road."
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Our vision is to deliver an innovative, bespoke housing solution with supporting community facilities to meet the specific needs of Southern Cambridge and the growing Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We would like to work with major employers - creating a pathway to the right housing for their employees - in a sustainable location that removes the need for private car ownership. The unique sustainable characteristics of Trumpington South will contribute to the Councils achieving their ambition of zero carbon by 2050. A mix of community and workspaces would support the new housing. This could include: - Education - Community - Work Hubs - Micro-consolidation centre for on-line deliveries - Community concierge to support 'active travel' options. Trumpington South is particularly well suited for this role: - It is exceptionally well connected to Cambridge Biomedical Campus and the City Centre via cycle networks, the guided busway and Park & Ride. - The existing community at Trumpington Meadows has an established active travel culture, with 61% of residents choosing to cycle to work*. - Sustainable connections are set to improve with a planned extension to the Park & Ride to the south of the site, an extended guided busway, trials of Autonomous vehicles on the guided busway from , and a planned new railway station at Cambridge South. - Trumpington South can build on these sustainable credentials, extending them and delivering a distinctive residential quarter with a thriving active travel culture. - Trumpington South would broaden the range of housing choices – tenure, design, affordability, sharing options – available to local people and workers. All within 10 to 15 minutes cycle ride or guided bus journey of Addenbrokes and the biomedical cluster, and the City Centre. - This is a place where ‘active travel’ and public transport can reduce congestion and the use of the car, improving air quality, supporting healthy lifestyles, and ultimately moving towards a Zero Carbon future. Please see supporting document submitted via email for full description. 2025 update: Our vision is to provide an exemplar and deliverable growth proposition for Cambridge, offering a rich mix of used potentially including: > Floorspace for a range of jobs (Offices, Science & Technology, Research & Development, Mid-tech); > a range of housing types-including private, affordable and/or essential worker housing; >supporting complementary retail and community facilities; and, > mobility hubs (see supporting vision document submitted)
This development would provide a sustainable extension to south Cambridge which: - Meets the local housing need through providing a range of accommodation to support Southern Cambridge and the biotechnology cluster - It is exceptionally well connected to existing public transport infrastructure and planned improvements to the public transport network - Supports the expansion of travel corridors and use of innovative modes of movement for those living in the immediate area, and provides opportunities to improve connections with the city centre and villages to the south - Sites within a strong established green infrastructure network next to Trumpington Country Park, with direct connections to a network of footpaths and cycle ways - Enhanced community offer for residents in the wider area to use - We believe there is merit in the Councils undertaking a Green Belt review in this location to support the growth of Southern Cambridge, acknowledging overall vision for the site 2025 update: There is (also) an opportunity to provide high quality, accessible green space and further enhance access and links into the neighbouring Trumpington Meadows Country Park. Given its strategic location and excellent connectivity, the site could complement and support neighbouring centres for global innovation – such as the Cambridge Biomedical Campus (CBC). (see SSU supporting documents)
The site is well served by public transport and the cycle network. It is also within walking distance to a local centre and education facilities. It is clear that the site provides an opportunity for a higher density of development than has been achieved at Trumpington Meadows. This would not require tall buildings. Buildings of between 4 to 5 storeys would deliver a high-density community of approximately 750 + units, with active ground floors with workspace and community hubs. This scale of development would sit comfortably into the landscape of the southern fringe. The site is also suitable for a range of employment uses, which could be incorporated into a rich mix of uses. 2025 update: Minimum number of residential units-400/ Maximum number of residential units- 1000. Minimum employment floorspace in sqm- 130,000/ Maximum employment floorspace in sqm- 260,000
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Vehicular access to the site is currently provided from Hauxton Road by way of traffic signal controlled junction that also provides access to Addenbrooke’s Road. The road leading from the junction is being modified to facilitate access to Trumpington Meadows. Further adjustments to the access road will be required to accommodate Trumpington South, with additional connections to the north also provided.
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Other than the current Green Belt policy designation, the land at Trumpington South is free from environmental constraints.
The site has access to key utilities
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The site is in the single ownership of the Trumpington Meadows Development Company, and is available within the next 5 years. 2025 update: We acquired the site in December 2022 (from previous landowner Grosvenor) with the view of promoting the site for Green Belt release through the Greater Cambridge Local Plan. Since acquiring the site, we have been considering how it can contribute positively to Greater Cambridge’s economic and social priorities, whilst also supporting the ambitions as set out by the Cambridge Growth Company. As part of this process, we have undertaken comprehensive studies to better understand both the opportunities and constraints of the site. We believe that our submission demonstrates that the land at South Trumpington is suitable, achievable and deliverable for allocation, and ultimately future development (subject to the planning process). We strongly believe that the site should be considered ‘grey belt’ as defined by the 2024 NPPF and as such, prioritised for release.
Trumpington Meadows is a new and developing community next to an existing attractive village south-west of Cambridge and is supported by a number of existing facilities and services. It is already extremely accessible. Trumpington South would be high attractive as a location for residential and a range of employment uses. The preferred use is residential focused on build to rent and share tenures. Please see supporting document submitted via email for more information.
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If the site was allocated for development, it could be well underway within 3-5 years of the grant of planning permission.
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It is clear from the Sustainability Workshop Summary Report that the themes arise from local needs, the Councils’ priorities set out in the Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire District corporate plans, and by taking into account national and local planning priorities and requirements. Grosvenor is committed to making a lasting contribution to the places in which they are active and have developed ambitious sustainability commitments to help tackle the climate crisis. Grosvenor and USS strongly agree that the four themes identified by Greater Cambridge are important matters to consider when planning for future growth. Grosvenor and USS wish to support the Councils as they plan for sustainable growth across Greater Cambridge, by promoting development at Trumpington South which can address all four of the Local Plan themes, whilst contributing to housing need and supporting the major employment hubs in southern Cambridge by providing local homes for employees. Theme 1 – Trumpington South is committed to addressing climate change through delivering zero carbon homes in operation and promoting active and shared low carbon travel, alongside resilient spaces which integrate sustainable design strategies. Theme 2 – Trumpington South delivers growth in a location which is exceptionally well catered for in terms of access to multifunctional and connected green infrastructure, with the ability for the site to provide 23 Ha of publicly accessible new parkland and a 25%+ net biodiversity gain. It provides opportunities to further strengthen the existing network and enhance the setting and approach to Cambridge City. Theme 3 – Trumpington South will develop an inclusive sense of identity, promote healthy lifestyles and active public spaces, share existing facilities already established in the Trumpington Meadows community and provide access to new community facilities (including a new primary school and mobility hub) which would support a diverse demographic. Theme 4 – Trumpington South will draw on its location as a gateway to Cambridge City and the surrounding natural and historic landscape. It will draw on the positive change taking place in South Cambridge as a highly accessible location to build on this identity and purpose, and be guided by high quality design principle to secure sustainable living.
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The four themes are all equally important in the context of changing infrastructure and economic growth in the area, effect on housing need and other aspects of spatial and transport planning and how this translates in to a coherent strategic framework for the next 15-20 years. However, as the impacts of climate change are increasingly clear, Grosvenor and USS consider this should be prioritised. Trumpington South can commit to integrating all the themes within its masterplan, including the delivery of zero carbon homes in operation, to deliver a place with the highest social, economic and environmental credentials.
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As part of its sustainability framework, Grosvenor is committed to helping reduce the impacts of climate change by understanding and reducing its carbon footprint across their portfolio. By 2030, Grosvenor will achieve net zero carbon operational emissions from all its directly managed buildings. Grosvenor and USS are committed to working with the Councils to help them achieve net zero carbon by 2050. The Local Plan provides the opportunity to plan in a way which focuses on achieving this target. This requires bold decision making and innovative methods to produce a coherent spatial strategy that performs well in sustainability terms. Developments which help meet these targets should be supported. The Sustainability Workshop Summary Report prepared by BuroHappold in support of these representations demonstrates Grosvenor’s commitment to this agenda and explains ways in which Trumpington South will address it.
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Securing zero carbon homes in operation is the key way in which we can reduce our impact on the planet and slow the effects of climate change.The Vision document prepared by Terence O’Rourke explains how the homes at Trumpington South can achieve zero carbon through a range of methods, including fabric first construction, water management, low energy environmental strategies and passive design features. It can also be achieved by encouraging the use of sustainable transport and planning around these important links as the masterplan in the Vision document explains. Should the site be allocated, Trumpington South is committed to delivering zero carbon homes in operation and creating a place that contributes positively to climate change, as demonstrated by the Sustainability Workshop Summary Report prepared by BuroHappold . Trumpington South is located in an established travel culture and is exceptionally well connected to nearby jobs and land uses. Its location can enable car free and/or housing with limited in-curtilage parking to promote sustainable mobility and travel.
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New developments can respond and adapt to climate change through a range of indicators. These include but are not limited to a centralised parking strategy within new developments to enable a pedestrian scale environment and a shift away from car usage, sustainable water management such as grey water recycling and permeable external surfaces and low energy environmental strategies including ground source heat bumps and solar thermal panels. Trumpington South would incorporate extra climate adaptation features and would carefully recognise and adhere to the recommendations provided by Cambridge Country Council in the Sustainable Design and Construction SPD.
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Biodiversity monitoring can help identify challenges, set targets and measure progress towards climate change related targets. Embodied carbon offset can be achieved through rich and multifunctional green/blue infrastructure and increased tree cover. Adaptation measures can be implemented at a variety of scales and should consider architectural approaches to design out issues such as overheating, the use of SuDS, the role of green infrastructure such as increasing tree coverage and implementing resilient architecture to promote zero carbon homes.
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The Local Plan should explore how it can go beyond existing targets and measures to improve the existing green infrastructure network and build on strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change through setting short and longer term targets to improve the natural environment. This includes but is not limited to, biodiversity monitoring, increased tree cover, the promotion of multi-functional public open spaces that are highly accessible to existing and new developments and encouraging the community in getting involved with caring for the natural environment. To improve its surrounding natural environment, Trumpington South can deliver high performance, multi-functional open space, delivering significant natural capital gains, such as 25%+ net biodiversity gain while promoting active lifestyles, social inclusion and cohesive communities.
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Green spaces should have a rich biodiversity and wildlife offering. All residents should live close to green spaces both for health and wellbeing purposes. With the River Cam and Country Park to the west and the open countryside of Cambridgeshire to the south, Trumpington South sits within a strong and established green infrastructure, with direct connections to a network of footpaths and cycle ways. Therefore, the site can commit to offering a landscape-led scheme and provide an extension to the Country Park, therefore improving the surrounding green space network. Green corridors and fingers can define the site and run through it, creating a strong east-west network of connected green spaces. Grosvenor and USS’s commitment to car free areas within the development releases space to provide opportunities for increased wildlife and biodiversity within the pedestrian focused streets and network of routes. This is explained in the Vision document prepared by Terence O’Rourke. Trumpington Meadows Country Park is now established, and through on site management provided by the Wildlife Trust, has delivered significant biodiversity gains. Trumpington South has the potential to create a further expansion to the country park. This could enhance the function of the remaining Green Belt, improving the setting and unique character of Cambridge while delivering significant compensatory improvements to the Green Belt
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Biodiversity net gain can be achieved through a combination of off-site and on-site measures. Open space provision should include habitat diversification and creation measures, ensuring that the landscape strategy is responsive to the specific ecological assets on site and in the locality to maximise connectivity and species dispersal potential. Initiatives like SuDS, resource efficiency, biodiversity monitoring and reporting should sit alongside any net biodiversity approach and long term management. Should the site be allocated and come forward, Trumpington South can exceed DEFRA’s targets by providing a 25%+ net biodiversity gain through offering a landscaping under Grosvenor’s control that fosters a vibrant community alongside thriving natural environments. Trumpington South provides the opportunity to extend the Trumpington Meadows Country Park providing further valuable contiguous and connected habitats. This would build on the significant biodiversity net gain achieved in the Country Park. There are also opportunities to extend the existing green infrastructure network through the site’s proposed network of green links and interconnected green spaces. Car free zones will also help encourage increased natural habitats.
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