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New searchLand north of Home Close and West of Moat Way, Land north of Fen Drayton Road, Swavesey
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Agricultural land
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Part of the site was subject to planning application (S/0525/17/FL) was received by the LPA on the 14th February 2017, and was finally determined on the 23rd February 2018. Home Close, to the south of the site comprises an affordable housing ‘exception’ site of 20 dwellings and was completed in 2016 by the appellant.
Greenfield
The appellant, Laragh Homes Ltd, is seeking a housing allocation for the construction of 176 dwellings (of which 70 could be affordable) with associated new access, infrastructure and open space, on land north of Fen Drayton Road, Swavesey (immediately to the north of the recently completed houses at Home Close). Access to the site would be taken from Fen Drayton Road, immediately to the west of Home Close. The proposed layout of dwellings demonstrates that an attractive, spacious and well-designed development can be delivered on this site. Key components of the scheme are as follows:- Significantly strengthened by the existing tree belt that forms the western boundary of the site, and by the proposed areas of open space around and along the northern boundary of the site. The design and layout has also been influenced by ecological considerations and the opportunities to enhance existing habitats. A hierarchy of routes, streets and public spaces will be created, including principal access roads, shared surface streets, housing courtyards, and foot/cycle paths. The aim has been to create a safe and attractive environment for pedestrians and cyclists, while keeping vehicle speeds low. Total of 176 dwellings are proposed, comprising a variety of types, sizes, configurations and tenure, to be agreed with the LPA The proposed layout includes the provision of approximately open space, to serve existing and future residents, which includes a LAP and extensive areas of open space along the eastern and northern boundaries of the site (which includes two attenuation ponds), landscaped avenue at the entrance to the site, and an existing wildlife habitat area. Open space has been located where it is both accessible and serves a landscape function in terms of providing a setting for the development, as well as a buffer to existing residential properties. These areas will also enjoy a high level of natural surveillance from adjacent dwellings. There is also a unilateral offer of 2.5ha of land south of the village college sports pitches for additional sport pitch provision for the village - shown on the submitted site plan edged green; and The provision of new flood mitigation works agreed with the Environment Agency that will both ensure that the appeal site is safe (reclassified as ‘defended’ as part of the development proposals), but also benefit existing 120 properties within the immediate locality.
The proposed development will provide clear public benefits for the site and the wider community. These are summarised below: Market housing – the proposal will provide an opportunity to deliver much-needed market and affordable housing now, and in doing so, will contribute towards addressing the housing land supply deficit; Affordable housing - which will assist in meeting the pressing local need for affordable housing and provide a greater mix of tenures in the village. The mix of dwellings has been selected to meet local needs through the section 106 agreement; Play area and public open space – a significant amount of open space will be provided by the development including areas of informal open space to the northern and western boundaries of the site; Flood Risk – through the provision of flood defences as agreed with the Environment Agency; around 120 nearby houses on Moat Way and Whitegate Close will be reclassified as benefiting from defences; and reducing risk of travel disruption on Fen Drayton Road and Swavesey Road. This is a significant public benefit. Land for additional sports pitches – the proposals include the offer of 2.5ha of land south of the Village College sports pitches for additional sport pitch provision for the village (see paragraph 6.67 for further details). This land is being offered by way of a ‘S106 or Unilateral Undertaking’ on behalf of the applicants and the landowner; Support for Local Services – national planning policy and guidance encourages the retention and enhancement of local services in rural areas, and particularly notes the role of new housing developments in helping to achieve this. The proposed development will provide an increased number of local residents who will also be likely to be users and customers of the existing services, businesses and facilities in the village, which will in turn support their viability and help to ensure their continued presence to local people. The Swavesey stop for the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway is located approximately 1.6km from the Site. The site is located within a reasonable walking and cycling distance to some key local facilities and services including a convenience store, post office, doctor’s surgery and two local schools. Within the immediate vicinity of the site, Fen Drayton Road forms part of Regional Cycle Route 24. In addition, National Cycle Route 51 is located approximately 1.5km northeast of the site and runs alongside the Guided Busway. The route is of high quality, and provides a good link between Swavesey and the nearby destinations of Cambridge and St Ives. Given the level of connectivity of the application site via modes such as walking and public transport, it is considered that use of sustainable travel will be achievable and realistic.
176 dwellings based on concept plan. 120 units on the Northern Parcel, comprising 72 private and 48 affordable units. 56 units on the Southern Parcel, comprising 30 private, 4 self-build and 22 affordable units.
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A new access would be provided from Fen Drayton Road without using Home Close for any vehicular traffic. A pedestrian/cycle link onto Fen Drayton Road is included in the south-east corner of the site, which will link to the existing footway/cycle path in Home Close, and a pedestrian cycle link onto Hall Road to the north of the site. A highways assessment was provided as part of the previous application albeit for a smaller site. This outlined that the junction capacity modelling showed that all the modelled junctions would be within capacity in both the AM and PM peak periods. It is considered that any traffic generated by the proposed development will not cause the junctions to operate over-capacity in either the AM or PM peak periods. It was demonstrated that the estimated traffic generation resulting from the proposed development will not result in a material impact on the local highway network. It is fully considered that there is no significant impact that will arise as a consequence of the development that therefore requires mitigation. However, it is recognised that several improvements to the local highway and transport networks would increase the accessibility of the site, encourage travel by non-car modes and provide a positive impact upon local highway safety. Accordingly, and as part of any S278 agreement, the applicant is willing to fund the construction of the following infrastructure: A raised table-top access junction at the Fen Drayton Road / Gibraltar Lane / School Lane priority T-junction; and The provision of dropped kerbs and tactile paving across the northern arm of the Moat Way / School Lane / Fen Drayton Road 3-arm mini-roundabout junction. As part of any S106 agreement, and with further input and discussion with Cambridgeshire County Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council and Swavesey Parish Council, the applicant is willing to make a financial contribution towards the provision of additional cycle parking facilities at the Swavesey Guided Busway stop. The applicant is also willing, with further input and discussion with Cambridgeshire County Council, to fully fund the changing of the existing TRO, such that the existing 30mph speed limit along Fen Drayton Road can be extended to the west passed the proposed access to the application site.
The site is currently used for agricultural purposes and is situated immediately to the north of the recently completed housing development known as Home Close. The site is bounded to the north by a drainage ditch that runs approximately east-west, and to the west by a substantial belt of trees and shrub planting. The southern boundary of the site is formed by the rear gardens of the houses in Home Close and the eastern boundary adjoins the rear gardens of houses located in Moat Way and Whitegate Close. The site is generally flat and devoid of any natural features. At the eastern end of the development is an attenuation pond, which provides storage for surface water. There is a new footway that runs around the north side of the pond from Home Close, and which joins to the existing footway just west of the junction between Fen Drayton Road and Moat Way. To the north of the attenuation pond is located an area of retained open space, which was provided as habitat for wildlife, principally Great Crested Newts (see Ecological Appraisal for further information). There is a further pond located just to the east of the application site, between numbers 13 – 21 Moat Way to the south, and numbers 23 – 27 Moat Way to the north. This pond is an attractive natural feature surrounded by trees, which provides a breeding site for Great Crested Newts. The proposed development includes a potential footpath link through this area into Moat Way. The Site is well connected to the rest of the village. The Site is within close proximity to a primary school and a range of services. The provision of this level of housing is clearly an important social benefit and significant weight should be attributed to this aspect of the development in the decision-making process, particularly in the light of the significant need for affordable housing in Swavesey. It has been shown that the site enjoys a sustainable location on the edge of Swavesey, which forms a logical extension of the village. The site is also located within easy walking and cycling distance of local services and facilities, including excellent public transport links such as the Guided Busway. Visual amenity - the site is bounded by existing residential development to the south and east, and by an established belt of woodland planting to the west. The previous application on part of the site was accompanied by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. The design of the site aims to provide a net-gain for biodiversity. The following site enhancements will be undertaken: Integrated bird and bat boxes will be included in 50% of new buildings on site. Bat-friendly, nectar-rich planting is to be incorporated into the soft-landscaping plan; A new wildlife pond, in addition to an extra balancing pond, is incorporated into the design of development; 456 elm trees are to be planted within the site to enhance it for white-spotted pinion moth; The site includes an increase in terrestrial habitat available to newts that is to be protected from the hard landscaping areas of the site by permanent specialist newt fencing; A swale is to be incorporated into the development to allow movements of newts through the site and to provide an additional semi-wet habitat for other amphibians; Provision will be made in new boundary fencing to allow movement of hedgehogs between gardens created within the new development.
Existing Flood Risk to Swavesey Swavesey is currently at risk of flooding from Covell’s Drain to the west, the River Great Ouse to the north, and Swavesey Drain to the east The site is shown on the Environment Agency (EA) web based Flood Map for Planning (see Figure 1) to lie within Flood Zone 3 (high risk). Flood Zone 3 is the area described as having a 1% or greater annual probability of fluvial flooding or a 0.5% or greater annual probability of tidal flooding. Flood Zone 1 (low risk) is shown towards the south of the site. A statement has been provided by MLM (appended to this submission) to address this issue. The proposed development north of Fen Drayton Road will include improvements to Covell’s Drain embankments, new flood defence banks along Fen Drayton Road and Swavesey Road and ground raising at the development site north to Mill Way. The works will include allowance for up to 65% increase in flood size due to climate change, and are designed to avoid impact elsewhere in the catchment. These changes will mean that: Flood risk to Swavesey from Covell’s Drain will be reduced with protection into the future The development site and land to the east of it will be defended against flooding from Covell’s Drain in the 1% chance event, including allowing for climate change It is intended that these areas will be reclassified as an “Area Benefiting from Defence” on the Environment Agency’s flood maps, and be considered to be at medium rather than high risk of flooding for planning and insurance purposes Approx.. 120 existing properties on Moat Way and Whitegate Close will be reclassified as benefiting from defences and may even see improvements in their insurance premiums and property value
The site has access to key utility provision
The site can be brought forward without any delay.
There is a strong market for development
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2022
2027
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Abandoned listed watermill
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The outline consent to which planning consent is being implemented is application S/2308/06/O. This was approved on the 12th February 2010 for the redevelopment of the land to the south of the site. This is as described below: “Redevelopment of 8.7 HA of Previously Developed Land for a Mix of Uses Including Up to 380 Dwellings, Up to 4,000 SQ.M of B1 (A) Office Floorspace no Greater than 250 SQ.M (Gross) A1 Retail Floorspace and Provision of Open Space and Associated Access Engineering Works”. There have been subsequent reserved matters consents, which are currently being built out in the wider site – planning reference S/1152/12/RM, S/1735/14/RM and S/1911/14/RM. A pre-app have been submitted to Scambs with respect to the proposed re-development as a science and technology park. A planning/listed building application has been submitted for Hauxton House for use as office and associated lab space which is pending determination S/4734/18/FL.
Part previously developed land and part greenfield
O2h Ventures Ltd seek to reinvigorate and develop the existing Hauxton Mill site, creating an innovation hub for the UKs burgeoning pharmaceutical industry. The 2.76-acre site masterplan proposes the creation of the ‘O2h SciTech Park’, including the provision of offices and laboratory space, via the refurbishment of the existing Hauxton House alongside new structures in-keeping with the existing environment. They are aiming to create a unique environment to support, develop and nurture the best biotechnology companies in the UK, helping to bridge the innovation gap between academia and the pharmaceutical industry. At the heart to of the scheme is the necessity of provide a long-term viable use of the existing listed building, and provide community access to the site and the Old Mill Building and an associated café, which is at the heart of the scheme. The scheme comprises: 1.Hauxton Mill, refurbished as café and offices 2. Old Mill House refurbished as office 3. New lab building, on site of New Mill House The floor area of the new-build scheme is around 1,500m2 (GEFA) - but with a combined floor area of 2,400m2 including the existing listed buildings. The scheme floor area is to be determined.
This proposal presents a unique opportunity to revitalise a neglected post-industrial site and abandoned listed water mill, to provide valuable employment use and increased public access. Benefits include: Renovation of the Grade II listed Hauxton Mill, which is currently boarded up, having laid empty for decades Provision of public access to the restored mill building Provision of a café in the mill, open to staff and the public Redevelopment of the Grade II listed Old Mill House, to provide offices and a small lab space. The building was formerly used as offices, but has been empty for years and is in a poor state of repair Provision of employment space in the form of offices within the upper floor of the mill and a new building laboratory block on the site of the New Mill House New landscaping on the site of the former Bayer crop science facilities.
The scheme is for the create of circa 2.500m2 of new employment (R&D) - floor area to be determined, and the associated refurbishment works for the Mill, and the reuse of Hauxton House.
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The site at Hauxton Mill is currently served by an existing simple junction directly accessed from the A10, and is located approximately 300m north of the recent Hauxton Meadows housing development. The A10 Cambridge Road is predominantly a two-lane single carriageway with hatched central reserve, and is a primary route which links Hertford and Royston to the south to Cambridge and the M11 motorway. The A10 is approximately 6.5m wide and the peak flows are considered to be within the defined link capacity. At the location of the access, the A10 is subject to a 40mph speed limit and includes a shared cycleway/footway on the western side of the road and is lit. The existing junction provides access to the site and the surrounding area which includes 2 cottages and agricultural buildings. The access is sub-standard with no formal carriageway edging, footway facilities or road markings. A PROW is access from the junction. Formalisation of the access layout forms a key part of the development, and will include the widening of the existing junction, localised carriageway alignment amendments, and the construction of pedestrian-refuge traffic islands. A ghost-island right-turn lane will be provided on the A10 to serve the site. This permits vehicles to safely decelerate and turn into the development whilst minimising the impact on through traffic. The access dimensions are defined by swept-path analyses and site-specific visibility criteria, and has been subject to Stage 1 Road Safety Audit. Pedestrian and cycle provision links will connect the site to the existing network via uncontrolled crossing points complete with pedestrian refuge islands, as well as the provision of a new shared footway-cycleway. Initial scoping and pre-application discussions have taken place with Cambridgeshire County Council’s Development Management officers at a meeting on 08 February 2019 at Shire Hall, Cambridge. An agreement in principle with the highway officers was obtained for the proposed improvements to the existing access arrangement.
The site (a former mill building) is located near water, with subtle changes in level across the site. There are no slopes, significant changes in ground levels or unstable ground on the site which could constrain its development in whole or part. However, the site is constrained by:- • Hauxton Mill, the Old Mill House and the bridge are grade II listed • Majority of trees on site are covered by TPOs • The site lies in a flood risk zone • The site is in the Green Belt
Hauxton Mill, the Old Mill House and the bridge on the eastern side of Hauxton mill are Grade II listed. Potential bat activity and ecological. The applicant has an ecological consultant instructed to assist with the development of the scheme, with the development of a mitigation strategy. Existing pedestrian foot path. Majority of trees on site are covered by TPOs Old Mill House New Mill House Hauxton Mill New housing Flooding, as the site lies in a flood plain. Pre-application advice has been provided by the EA. They have confirmed… . Key points summarised below; Flood level: We have based our 100 year flood level of 11.16 AOD on the modelling carried out for the Redrow development. The EA request that the model is deemed fit for purpose. FFLs: The EA advise that they normally ask for 300mm freeboard above the flood level, this puts the ground floor FFL of the new lab at 11.46 AOD with the assumed flood level. This is above existing ground levels and would either require gradually raising levels up to the building or ramps/steps around entrances. The EA may accept a lower FFL given the development is not residential, but from experience it can be officer dependent if they agree to this. Surface water outfall to river: The EA are happy with this as long as no net increase in flow. A CCTV drainage survey will help us understand this. Our proposals will likely involve a form of attenuation with a flow control restricting the outflow rate to the river. Foul water outfall to river: As per the previous objection this is not acceptable. Proposed discharge to Anglian Water sewer via the connection Redrow left is now viable. Proximity to River: In their response the EA assume that there is an existing river wall to the North bank which is not the case. In any case it seems like the EA will be happy if it can be demonstrated that the development does not damage the bank. The most effective method of demonstrating this will be setting the lab back from the river. Flood risk activity permit: This will be required for all works within 8m of the river. Environmental permit: Dependent on the nature of the lab usage, an environmental permit may be required for planning. Archaeology, due to the age of the site and the discovery of Roman remains nearby. Servicing access and condition of existing road. It will be important to demonstrate that the development does not “degrade the openness of the Green Belt” with reference to ‘to any harm resulting from the proposal’ referenced at paragraph 144. However the design response will be a key consideration, in demonstrating that the visual impact can be mitigated, and the proposed design concept is integral to this. The proposal will be at low density and the proposed built form can be mitigated by extensive soft landscaping it is considered that these aspects would prevent unrestricted sprawl and prevent coalescence. LUC have been appointed to assist on such an assessment, but the applicant will seek to ensure that the visual impact of the development is mitigated.
The proposed development will need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the neighbouring urban area and uses and so connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner, and is available for development. However, the site will need to be released from the Green Belt and allocated for development through the Greater Cambridge Local Plan process before it will be available for development.
Very strong demand for start-up units
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2021
2024
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Land to the north of Oakington Road, Cottenham
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Agricultural
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Greenfield
The proposed development is for approximately 90 dwellings, including affordable homes with open space and landscaping and access improvements to the site.
The proposed development would provide additional housing and affordable housing for Cottenham. It appears that there are limited opportunities for infill development within the Development Framework. The recent and committed developments in Cottenham are located outside the Development Framework boundary. The proposed development would include open space and landscaping, which would also provide ecological benefits. The proposed development would support the existing services and facilities in Cottenham including the convenience store, public houses and bus services.
The site could accommodate 90 dwellings which is based on a density of 30 dwellings per hectare and reflects the character of the edge of settlement location.
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There is an existing agricultural access to the site off Oakington Road. The current access would need to be upgraded to accommodate the proposed development, but sufficient land is available to accommodate improvements to the junction with Oakington Road. An assessment of the access arrangements will need to be undertaken to demonstrate that a safe and suitable access can be provided for the proposed development.
The site is located within Flood Zone 1 which means it has a low probability of flood risk. The proposed development would include an appropriate drainage strategy to manage surface water drainage. An ecological assessment of the site will need to be undertaken, but it is unlikely that there will be any constraints to development, and the proposed development will seek to retain any ecological features on site and include ecological enhancement measures. The site is not affected by any heritage assets. Overall, there are no constraints to development at the site.
The proposed development will need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the nearby urban area and so new connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner, and is available for development.
It is anticipated that the site will be attractive to the market, because other sites in Cottenham and elsewhere in villages close to Cambridge have been subject to strong demand from developers and housebuilders. In addition, there is a limited supply of development sites in Cottenham, and the site is well related to Cambridge.
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2020
2022
2
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Land off Royston Road, Foxton, Cambridgeshire
1.1
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The application site occupies an area of land to the south east of the A10 Royston Road and to the west of Station Road, covering approximately 1.28 hectares. The site was formerly used as amenity land associated with Villiers Park Educational Trust, comprising grassland with trees and hedges on the boundary. The site is currently not in use.
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S/0087/18/OL
Greenfield
Laragh Homes Ltd, is seeking a housing allocation for the construction of circa 20 dwellings (of which 40% will be affordable) with associated new access, infrastructure and open space.
The proposed development will provide clear public benefits for the site and the wider community. These are summarised below: • Market housing – the proposal will provide an opportunity to deliver much-needed market and affordable housing now, and in doing so, will contribute towards addressing the housing land supply deficit; • Affordable housing - which will assist in meeting the pressing local need for affordable housing and provide a greater mix of tenures in the village.; The character of the open space in the centre of the site as shown is derived from the existing qualities of the site, as well as the characteristics of the small green spaces found in Foxton and surrounding villages. The open space will function as a meeting place for the local community, a play area and a space for outdoor recreation.
20 Dwellings
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Extensive design of the A10 access has been undertaken which includes junction modelling, pedestrian safety and a safety audit. This information can be found in depth within the Transport Assessment documents which accompany this outline application. The main access to the site would be achieved through the implementation of a new junction from the A10 located approximately 100 metres south of the access to Villiers Park. The proposed access incorporates a 5.5 metre wide carriageway width and kerb radii’s designed to facilitate the movement of refuse vehicles without encroaching the opposite side of the carriageway. The proposed site access is located within the 50 mph speed limit on the A10. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges visibility splays of 2.4 metres by 160 metres are provided from the site access. Highways –A Transport Statement is submitted in support of the previous oultine applictaion on the site. Detailed pre-application discussions have taken place with Cambridgeshire County Council ahead of this formal planning application, following which an access has been designed. This includes for a ghost island turn from the A10. A road safety audit has also been prepared. The County Council do not raise any objections to the provision of a new access as shown on the submitted plans. The proposals also include for a new footpath along the A10 to link to the railway station, together with a cycle link. The Illustrative Masterplan has been prepared based on the parking standards referenced within
The site itself runs parallel to Royston Road, alongside Villiers Park Educational Trust, and is well screened from the A10 with a dense mature tree belt surrounding three sides of the site. The site is broadly flat, sitting slightly lower at the centre. Foxton benefits from all the necessary amenities, including a public house, post office, primary school, recreation/sports ground and convenience store. The local vernacular has mixed building types with a variety of ridge heights and pitches. There are a mixture of 1 and 2 storey dwellings, which are predominantly detached as well as semi-detached properties.
The application site does not contain any Listed Buildings and is not within the Foxton Conservation Area. A Preliminary Ecological Appraisal is submitted in support of of the previous application. The site comprises a limited range of habitats including amenity grassland, species-poor hedgerows, broadleaved woodland and trees of various ages. The amenity grassland and boundary hedgerows are heavily managed with poor species diversity. It is however noted that the habitats identified on the site are of local importance for bats and nesting birds. There are no ponds located within the site or within 500m of the development boundary; therefore, there is little potential for the site to support Great Crested Newts. As a result of the Phase 1 Ecological Appraisal, an aerial survey bat roost inspection has taken place. The results of this conclude that there is no evidence of bats within the mature walnut tree on site, which is proposed for removal. The proposed development has been designed to minimise any impact on the existing natural andscape, with the dwellings being positioned in areas of low biodiversity value within the site. The hedgerows and the majority of the trees along the site boundaries will be retained. Careful consideration and a sensitive approach to the proposed development will result in minimal impacts on habitats of value and result in an enhancement to biodiversity. The Environment Agency’s Flood Map indicates that the site falls within Flood Zone 1 which is land assessed as having less than 0.1% (1 in 1000 year) annual probability of flooding. There are no records of fluvial flooding in Foxton and as such the risk of fluvial flooding to the site is considered low. The submitted Flood Risk Assessment and Drainage strategy confirms that the risk of flooding from rivers, seas and surface water is low subject to suitable design and maintenance of the proposed drainage systems Acceptable internal noise levels are predicted to be achieved in habitable rooms of the development, subject to the adoption of an appropriate glazing and ventilation specification during the development design.
The site has access to key utility provision
There is a strong market development
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2022
2024
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Agricultural
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Greenfield
The proposed development is for approximately 90 dwellings, including affordable homes with open space and landscaping.
The proposed development would provide additional housing and affordable housing for Cottenham. It appears that there are limited opportunities for infill development within the Development Framework. The recent and committed developments in Cottenham are located outside the Development Framework boundary. The proposed development would include open space and landscaping, which would also provide ecological benefits. The proposed development would support the existing services and facilities in Cottenham including the convenience store, public houses and bus services.
The site could accommodate 90 dwellings which is based on a density of 30 dwellings per hectare and reflects the character of the edge of settlement location.
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It is not currently possible to gain vehicular access to the site from the public highway. However, it is considered that access to the site could be gained via the committed development to the west of the site that was approved at appeal in May 2018 under reference APP/W0530/W/17/3186048 (SCDC reference S/2876/16/OL)
The site is located within Flood Zone 1 which means it has a low probability of flood risk. The proposed development would include an appropriate drainage strategy to manage surface water drainage. An ecological assessment of the site will need to be undertaken, but it is unlikely that there will be any constraints to development, and the proposed development will seek to retain any ecological features on site and include ecological enhancement measures. The site is not affected by any heritage assets. Overall, there are no constraints to development at the site.
The proposed development will need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the nearby urban area and so new connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner and is available for development.
It is anticipated that the site will be attractive to the market, because other sites in Cottenham and elsewhere in villages close to Cambridge have been subject to strong demand from developers and housebuilders. In addition, there is a limited supply of development sites in Cottenham, and the site is well related to Cambridge.
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2023
2025
2
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Land at Whittlesford Walled Garden, Church Lane, Whittlesford, Cambs
0.87
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The application site occupies an area of land approximately 0.87 hectares to the north of the village centre, but close to the centre of the village. The site comprises two main components, the land within the Walled Garden and the paddock land outside the Walled Garden to the north. The site is divided into two separate areas by a brick wall splitting the areas almost equally. The garden within the walls is an overgrown, dilapidated and inaccessible to the public. The site is currently not in use. 2025: Paddock / Scrub
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S/2675/18/FL
Greenfield
Laragh House Developments Ltd, is seeking a housing allocation for the construction of circa 10 dwellings (including affordable housing), landscaping and open space and the creation of a new access on land off Church Lane in Whittlesford, Cambridgeshire. 2025: Development of 5 - 10 residential dwellings
There is a significant need for affordable housing in South Cambridgeshire, with an under-supply of affordable housing against the identified need and that the planned future of housing delivery (by reference to the Emerging Local Plan) will also not cater for the full amount of affordable housing need that is identified. The Housing Statistical Information Leaflet (2017) provides a summary of key housing statistics and information relating to affordable housing in South Cambridgeshire. As of April 2017, there were a total of 2089 applicants on the housing register for South Cambridgeshire. In 2017 Whittlesford had a total of 48 bedroom requirements from applicants, with the greatest demand for one and two bedrooms properties. Under the terms of the previous application advice has been sought from the Housing Strategy and Enabling Team at South Cambridgeshire District Council on 19 April 2018 with regards to the mix of affordable units. The Housing Strategy and Enabling Team have confirmed that they are supportive of the proposed mix of four affordable units which is in accordance with the housing need in the District, which is for two and three bedroom dwellings and support all four units as rented based on the high demand for rented accommodation in the District. The provision of open space within the development will make an important contribution to the health and wellbeing of the community by providing 227.8 sq.m of play space and 66.5 sq.m of informal open space. The open space provided within the development will contribute to the provision required in Whittlesford detailed in the Recreation and Open Space Study (July 2013) which identifies a shortfall of 0.05ha of play space against the requirement from the recommended standards. The proposed development is, therefore, considered to be compliant with the Open Space SPD.
10 dwellings (based on layout Plan) 2025: 5 - 10 residential units
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Vehicular access will be provided from the southeast corner of site off Church Lane. The corner of the garden wall will be rebuilt to a wide radius to incorporate the vehicle crossover. Adequate visibility splays of 2.4m x 25m have been provided to the north and south of the proposed access and are in accordance with Manual for Streets. Highways –The predicted increase in traffic from the proposed development will have a negligible traffic impact on the local road network.
The site comprises two main components, the land within the Walled Garden and the paddock land outside the Walled Garden to the north. The site is divided into two separate areas by a brick wall splitting the areas almost equally. The garden within the walls is an overgrown, dilapidated and inaccessible to the public. The site is currently not in use.
The site is located outside but adjacent to the development framework and is situated within the green belt. Clarification on ‘inappropriate development’ is, therefore, found in the NPPF. The application site is located within the Whittlesford Conservation Area, there are two listed buildings in close proximity to the site; Lawn Cottage and the Church of St Mary and St Andrew. The residential development would be located within the Walled Garden portion of the site to ensure that the northeast parcel of land would remain undeveloped to ensure that there is no harm to the Church. The layout and design of the proposal will open up a view to the Church tower from the southeast corner where the main access to the site is proposed. This will permit a direct view to the Church tower, thereby increasing the presence of the Church within the street scene and better revealing its significance. The impact of the proposals on the character and appearance of the Conservation Area will have a limited effect. The enclosed character and appearance of Church Lane will be maintained, therefore, sustaining the Conservation Area. Archaeology - the impact of the proposed development can be mitigated through a programme of archaeological works. A Written Scheme of Investigation has been prepared and issued to Cambridgeshire County Council. There are a number of assessments also identifying a significant number of trees which a poor quality and not suitable for retention. Some trees can be retained and incorporated into a comprehensive scheme of tree planting across the Site. This will lead to a benefit and enhancement, providing trees of a high quality than those to be removed.
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The site has access to key utility provision.
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There is a strong market development.
No
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2021
2022
1
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Land off High Street/East of Fox Road, Balsham
5.37
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Pasture
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Greenfield
The site could accommodate approximately 160 dwellings including affordable housing, with open space, green infrastructure and new access arrangements. The quantum of development will be determined following a landscape assessment and an assessment of the land required for open space and other green infrastructure. The proposed development could include plots for self/custom-build housing. It is noted that the site was promoted for 70 dwellings with open space through the previous call for sites process in August 2013.
The proposed development would provide additional housing and affordable housing for Balsham. It could provide plots for self/custom build housing. The proposed development would include open space and landscaping, which would also provide ecological benefits. The protected trees at the boundary of the site would be retained as part of the proposed development. The proposed development would support the existing services and facilities in Balsham including the convenience store, public houses and bus services.
The site could accommodate approximately 160 dwellings, which is based on a density of 30 dwellings/hectare and reflects the character of the site and surrounding area and the edge of settlement location. It is more likely that the site could accommodate approximately 70 dwellings, once landscape and trees have been taken into account, and open space and green infrastructure has been provided.
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An assessment of the access arrangements will need to be undertaken to demonstrate that a safe and suitable access can be provided for the proposed development. There are access points into the site from High Street and Fox Road.
The site is located within Flood Zone 1 which means it has a low probability of flood risk. The proposed development would include an appropriate drainage strategy to manage surface water drainage. An ecological assessment of the site will need to be undertaken, but it is unlikely that there will be any constraints to development, and the proposed development will seek to retain any ecological features on site and include ecological enhancement measures. A tree survey and arboricultural impact assessment will need to be undertaken of the trees and hedgerows at the sites. It is likely that the trees at the site boundary could be retained, and other trees within the site could be retained within areas of open space as part of the proposed development. There are listed buildings at Balsham Place which is located to the south east of the site; House (Grade II), Barn (Grade II) and Stables (Grade II). Parish Church of St John the Baptist and St Pandionia, a Grade II* Listed Building, is located to the east of the site. The site is also within Balsham Conservation Area. An assessment of the impact of the proposed development on these heritage assets will need to be undertaken. It is likely that development will need to avoid the setting of the listed buildings. It is considered that a suitable design could be achieved on site that would not result in harm to those listed buildings.
The proposed development will need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the neighbouring urban area and so new connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner and is deliverable for development. However, the site will need to be allocated for development through the Greater Cambridge Local Plan process before it will be available for development.
It is anticipated that the site will be attractive to the market, because other sites in Balsham and elsewhere in villages close to Cambridge have been subject to strong demand from developers and housebuilders.
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No
2023
2025
2
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Paddock
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Planning Application - S/0117/18/01 - refused and appeal submitted Appeal - APP/W0530/W/18/3207525 - decision pending.
Greenfield
The proposed development is for 32 dwellings including affordable housing, with a new access, infrastructure and landscaping.
The proposed development would provide additional housing and affordable housing for Foxton. The Development Framework boundary for Foxton is tightly drawn around the areas of built development, and as a result there are limited opportunities for infill development within the defined boundary both now and in the future. It is considered that the Development Framework boundary around Foxton should be amended to allow small scale housing sites to come forward. The proposed development includes a play area. The proposed development would include additional landscaping, landscape improvements, and the management of trees which would also provide ecological benefits. The proposed development would support the existing services and facilities in Foxton including the primary school, public house, convenience store and post office, and bus services.
The site could accommodate 32 dwellings. The proposed quantum of development takes into account the character of the site and surrounding area, and the proposed development includes a substantial area of open space.
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The vehicular access to the proposed development will be from Shepreth Road. The junction and access road to be provided will be to adoptable standards. The proposed access to the site is shown on the Proposed Site Access Arrangement (Drawing No. 10) submitted with this response. In summary the access road comprises the following: - 5.0m carriageway width. - 2 x 2.0m footways. - 7.5m kerb radii. In addition, a 2m wide footway will be provided along the site frontage to the northeast, which will connect with the existing path on Shepreth Road. Proposed Site Access Arrangement (Drawing No.10 prepared by SLR) - submitted with planning application S/0117/18/01
The majority of the site falls within Flood Zone 1 as defined by the Environment Agency’s online mapping facility, which means it has a low probability of flood risk. A small section in the south western corner of the site falls within Flood Zones 2 and 3 as a result of a watercourse that runs past this part of the site. The built development would all be located within Flood Zone 1. The proposed development would include an appropriate drainage strategy to manage surface water drainage. A Flood Risk Assessment & Drainage Strategy (prepared by GH Bullard & Associates LLP) was submitted with the planning application. A Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (prepared by Applied Ecology Ltd) was submitted with the planning application. The site mostly comprises of species-poor semi-improved neutral grassland and small areas of ruderal vegetation, with hedgerows and a limited number of trees at the site boundary. The proposed development includes a new area of public open space with substantial new native tree, thicket and wildflower meadow to enhance the overall biodiversity of the site. The hedges and trees along the north western boundary would be retained and protected, and native hedge and tree species would be planted to strengthen the existing boundaries. The Sycamore, Ash and Elm trees to the north western boundary fronting Shepreth Road are covered by the Area A4 under TPO 2/74. Area A62, which falls under the same TPO, also covers the Willow and Thorn trees along a wider stretch from the south eastern corner of the site. These protected trees would be retained as part of the proposed development. The site is not located within the setting of any listed building or scheduled ancient monuments, and is it within a designated conservation area. A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (prepared by CSa) is submitted with this response. The site is not a valued landscape. The site is relatively well contained, and views of it are limited. The trees and hedges on the site that contribute to the landscape character would be retained as part of the proposed development, and additional planting would be provided to protect and enhance that character. In addition, the proposed dwellings would be set back from the road, in order to retain the rural character of the entrance to Foxton from the south west. It is concluded overall that development at the site would result in a moderate to slight adverse effect on the site’s landscape features, reducing over time as the proposed planting matures. The Council's Landscape Officer agreed with the assessment of landscape impact and the proposed landscape strategy for the site in comments on the 2018 planning application; the Landscape Officer's comments are submitted with this response.
The proposed development will need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the neighbouring dwellings and the village and so new connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner and developer. The site has been subject to a recent planning application for residential development. It is available for development now.
It is anticipated that the site will be attractive to the market, because sites in Foxton and other villages close to Cambridge have been subject to strong demand from developers and housebuilders.
No
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2023
2024
1
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Field/redundant grazing land
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The site was subject to planning applications for residential in the early 1980s, but there have been no recent applications since.
Greenfield
The proposed development is for 23 dwellings including 10 affordable dwellings, with open space and landscaping, and improvements to the site access. 2025 update: 20-25 dwellings
The proposed development would provide additional housing and affordable housing for Balsham. It appears that there are limited opportunities for infill development within the Development Framework boundary of the village because of the Conservation Area and a number of Protected Village Amenity Areas within the centre of the village. The recent and committed developments in Balsham are located outside the Development Framework boundary. The proposed development would include open space and landscaping, which would also provide ecological benefits. The protected trees at the boundary of the site would be retained as part of the proposed development. The proposed development would support the existing services and facilities in Balsham including the convenience store, public houses and bus services.
The site could accommodate 23 dwellings, which is based on a density of 30 dwellings/hectare and reflects the character of the site and surrounding area and the edge of settlement location. A Design Brief (prepared by Saunders Boston Architects) is submitted with this response.
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There is an existing access to the site from Old House Road. The current access will need to be upgraded to accommodate the proposed development, but sufficient land is available to accommodate the junction arrangements and visibility splays. The new access would include footways. No third party land is required to achieve an access to the proposed development.
There are no physical constraints. The site slopes down towards the south, but this would not constrain the proposed development.
Flooding & Drainage The site is located within Flood Zone 1 which means it has a low probability of flood risk. The proposed development would include an appropriate drainage strategy to manage surface water drainage. Ecology A Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (prepared by Applied Ecology Ltd) has been undertaken for the site. The site is not covered by any statutory or non-statutory wildlife designations, and there are no protected sites in the vicinity. The site mostly contains semi-improved neutral grassland, with small areas of dense scrub. There are hedgerows at the site boundary; it is only those hedgerows on the eastern boundary that are identified as species rich. The following ecological recommendations are made: the existing boundary hedgerows should be retained, protected, enhanced, and kept free of artificial lighting after dark; additional landscaping with native plants should be provided within peripheral areas of the site to enhance biodiversity; and, bat and/or bird boxes are incorporated into new buildings. Trees There are some protected trees in the south west corner of the site, and there are other mature trees and hedgerows at the site boundary. A tree survey and arboricultural impact assessment will need to be undertaken, but it is anticipated that the existing trees and hedgerows would be retained and any that are removed will be replaced. Landscape An assessment of the landscape character of the site and surroundings has been completed. A detailed landscape and visual impact assessment will need to be undertaken. It is likely that if the trees and hedgerows are retained at the site, and additional planting is provided at the site boundary and within the proposed development, then there should not be a significant adverse effect on the landscape setting of Balsham. Heritage The site is not affected by any heritage assets. An archaeological assessment will be undertaken to determine whether there are any archaeological remains at the site. Residential Amenity The vehicular access to the site would be located between two existing dwellings. The impact of vehicles passing in close proximity to these existing dwellings will need to be assessed in terms of the potential for noise and disturbance. It should be possible to introduce mitigation measures on the access road to protect the amenity of the existing residents.
The proposed development will need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the neighbouring urban area and so new connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner and promoter, and is deliverable for development. However, the site will need to be allocated for development through the Greater Cambridge Local Plan process before it will be available for development.
It is anticipated that the site will be attractive to the market, because other sites in Balsham and elsewhere in villages close to Cambridge have been subject to strong demand from developers and housebuilders.
No
N/A
2023
2024
1
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Land to the east of Ridgeway and Old Pinewood Way, Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire
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Agricultural use
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An application for the following description of development was considered by South Cambridgeshire District Council under reference S/2647/15/OL: Outline planning permission with all matters reserved except for access and for strategic landscaping areas for the residential development of up to 215 dwellings, including affordable housing as well as land reserved for nursery use (use class D1), open space including strategic landscaping, play areas and sustainable drainage features and associated infrastructure including foul sewerage pumping station. The application was first referred to Planning Committee in November 2016 with a recommendation of approval. The Planning Committee resolved to approve the application, subject to the signing of the s106 agreement. As noted within the Planning Committee minutes, matters of sustainability; accessibility; Papworth’s status as a Minor Rural Centre; bus public transport enhancements; and future plans for the Papworth Hospital site, were all debated by the Committee. In the months that followed, the s106 agreement was drafted. In this intervening time, the Supreme Court Judgement in Suffolk Coastal DC v Hopkins Homes Limited, and in the conjoined matter of Richborough Estates Partnership LLP V Cheshire East BC was delivered. As a result of this judgment, the Council resolved that all applications that had been given a resolution of approval by the Planning Committee prior to the Supreme Court Judgment, but which had not yet been granted approval, should be referred back to Planning Committee for ratification. The application was, along with all other similar undetermined residential applications, presented to a special Planning Committee meeting held on the 2nd August 2017. The recommendation for this application was again one of approval and a special Committee Report was prepared by Officer’s setting out the reasons why the application was being referred back to Committee. This report sought to carry out a balanced assessment of the benefits of the development against the conflict with those adopted policies which were no longer considered to be out of date. While the earlier recommendation of approval given by the Planning Committee was ratified for all other applications being presented to the Committee, it was resolved to defer this application. The reasons for this related primarily to enable the emerging development plans for the Papworth Hospital Site to be considered. The hospital site became a key matter of discussion. It was decided that this needed to be investigated before this item could be considered further. Following the deferral of the application, the policy framework that related to the Papworth Hospital site was confirmed by officers and it was advised that it would be unreasonable to place any weight on any speculative development proposal for the hospital site when determining the application for Ridgeway, Papworth. The application was presented back to planning committee on the 6th September 2017. The recommendation was again one of approval. Members resolved to refuse the application 6 votes to 5. The reasons for refusal relate to the scale of the development, the location of the site and the landscape impact. Subsequently a revised application for the following description of development was also refused by South Cambridgeshire District Council on 7 September 2018: Outline planning permission with all matters reserved except for access and for strategic landscaping areas for the residential development of up to 175 dwellings, including affordable housing as well as land to be reserved for nursery use (use class D1), open space including strategic landscaping, play areas and sustainable drainage features and associated infrastructure including foul sewerage pumping stations. The application was refused for four reasons as follows: unsustainable form of development; encroachment into the countryside; landscape impact; lack of benefits. There were no technical objections to the proposals. It should be noted that the Council was not able to demonstrate a five year housing land supply on the submission of both the applications mentioned above. This position was resolved during the consideration of the second application by the adoption of the Local Plan 2018. This change in circumstances was a material consideration and was a key factor in the refusal of the second application. In now promoting this site through the Development Plan process there is an opportunity to review the site's relationship with both the countryside and the built form of the village collaboratively with the Council to test the most appropriate means of bringing forward sustainable growth on this site.
Greenfield
Up to 175 dwellings, including affordable dwellings, with significant areas of public open space, green infrastructure and biodiversity enhancements. Reserve land for nursery use (use class D1).
The proposed development would provide additional housing and affordable housing for Papworth Everard. There are limited opportunities for infill development within the Development Framework boundary of the village. The proposed development would include significant areas of public open space, green infrastructure and biodiversity enhancements. The protected trees within the site would be retained and significant new woodland planting would take place. The proposals would include for the benefits that were associated with the previous proposal for the site including: reserve land for a pre-school facility; contributions towards primary and secondary school provision; library contribution; contribution for improvements to Papworth Surgery; enhancements to off-site public footpaths; enhancements to bus services to deliver an additional service in the peak hour; contributions towards cycle and pedestrian links between Papworth Everard and Cambourne. The proposals associated with the previous application also included a mix of formal and informal open spaces providing a range of recreational benefits for both new and existing residents and these benefits would also be delivered by future proposals for the site. Previously, two LEAPs were proposed, one located within the northern half or the site and one in the southern half. Both were located within larger areas of open space and in areas in close proximity to proposed or existing recreational routes in order to maximise their accessibility to help create a valuable new community asset for both the new dwellings and the wider area. At detailed design stage, they would be designed to complement their attractive setting by incorporating natural materials, play elements and new landscaping. In accordance with the Council’s Open Space New Development SPD, the LEAPs would be equipped with a minimum of 9 pieces of play equipment that would aim to provide play opportunities for a range of age groups. At the detailed design stage, the play areas would also be designed to take account of the needs of disabled children. The areas of public open space that enclosed the Proposed Development to the north and east, together with the new open space corridors that cross the Site in an east to west direction, would provide a substantial new asset for informal recreational activities. This would be bolstered by the proposed area of additional woodland planting to the north of Papworth Wood SSSI. The new areas of open space would also contain a Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SuDS), including swales and attenuation basins. A total of 6.06ha of informal and amenity green space with new woodland, tree and thicket planting was shown on the illustrative masterplan that supported the second application for the residential development for the site. The proposed development would also support existing services and facilities in Papworth Everard. Papworth Everard is defined as a Minor Rural Centre in South Cambridgeshire District Council's current settlement hierarchy and therefore sits towards the top of the Council’s settlement hierarchy. Papworth Everard contains an extensive range of services and facilities including a convenience store, hairdressers, fish and chip shop, coffee shop and a restaurant, a primary school, children’s nurseries, post office, library, doctor’s surgery/health centre, veterinary surgery, churches and village hall. Development has also commenced to deliver a bakery, microbrewery and Public House on the former print works site, south of Church Lane. Accessibility to these services, from the site, is illustrated on the submitted drawings provided in Appendix B. As will be noted, the site is very well connected to existing services and facilities provided within the village. Papworth Hospital is currently the main employer in the village although the facilities and functions of the hospital are shortly to be relocated. The hospital site is however positively promoted within the adopted plan for future employment generating uses. Papworth Business Park, located at the southern edge of the village, is the main employment area. The services, facilities and employment opportunities which exist within Papworth Everard are all reflective of its designation as a Minor Rural Centre.
The total site area is in excess of 11ha. However, it is considered that the residential development area of the site is closer to 5ha. This enables the provision of significant public open space and green infrastructure as part of the proposals in order to address concerns that have been raised through the consideration of the previous applications. The proposed number of dwellings set out above (175) reflects these constraints and equates to a density of development of approximately 35 dwelling per hectare across the proposed residential area of the site. This is reflective of the density of development that exists to the south and west of the site. As set out above however, we envisage the precise quantum of development to be informed by further assessment and dialogue with the Council.
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A new access would be created to serve the proposed development. Through the consideration of the previous applications it was confirmed that suitable and safe highway access to the site can be achieved with no technical objections from the Cambridgeshire County Council Highways. It should also be noted that Highways England have now published its preferred route for the A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet Improvements. An extract of the preferred route is provided in Appendix A. This will add over 10 miles of new dual carriageway. It is estimated that the improvement works will see 4,000 fewer vehicles on local roads at peak times. The current A428 will become a “local road”. At Caxton Gibbet a new two tier junction is to be formed. If approved, construction of the road could begin in 2021/22. This is relevant to Papworth as if this improvement is carried out it should result in a significant reduction in congestion on local roads and specifically along Ermine Street (south).
The site is located within flood zone 1 which means it has a low probability of flood risk. The proposed development would include an appropriate drainage strategy to manage surface and foul water drainage. Ecological surveys have been undertaken on the site to support the previous applications. These have confirmed that there are no ecological constraints that would prevent the development of the site. They have also recommended ecological improvements. This position was accepted by statutory consultees through the consideration of previous applications. There are some protected and mature trees onsite and the masterplans previously prepared demonstrate that development can come forward with no adverse impacts on these. Any proposals for the site would incorporate significant areas of public open space and new tree and woodland planting. The site is not affected by any heritage assets. The consideration of the two previous applications on the site have confirmed that there are no environmental constraints that could constrain the proposed development.
The proposed development would need to provide new utilities infrastructure, but there are services to the neighbouring urban area so new connections will be possible.
The site is promoted by a willing landowner and developer and is deliverable for development. However, the site will need to be allocated for development through the Greater Cambridge Local Plan process before it will be available for development.
It is anticipated that the site will be attractive to the market, because other sites in Papworth Everard and elsewhere in villages close to Cambridge have been subject to strong demand from developers and housebuilders.
No
N/A
2023
2027
4
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