Greater Cambridge Local Plan Issues & Options 2020
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S/1082/18/OL - 4 dwellings S/1409/06/O - Bungalow S/1576/94/F - Boundary walls S/1913/90/F - Extension S/0877/79/F - Vehicle Access
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A residential development not dissimilar to those already approved along Impington Lane
Histon & Impington has struggled to locate new housing development due to the shape of the villages and their encirclement by green belt land. By allowing development of this site the community will gain much needed market and affordable housing whilst putting the site to a more appropriate use. The site is in a sustainable location providing housing within walking distance of the local schools, shops and amenities, thus reducing car journeys in comparison developments on the outskirts of the villages. The development would be undertaken by a local company which would create jobs, bolster the local economy and reduce travel times and emissions. The rear portion of the site is currently unused entirely and serves no real functional purpose for either the owner or the village itself. By reallocating this land it will act as resource for the local population rather than a burden on the owner.
20 units. The formula of 30 per hectare would suggest 22 units for the size of site. However, to provide safe vehicular, cycle and pedestrian access and particularly so close to a school, it is felt that a slightly lower number should be provided. However, we are happy to be advised further by the Greater Cambridge Partnership.
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Vehicular access is already present from the highway but would need amending to aid safe development; a traffic survey and consultation with Highways is necessary.
A topographical survey was undertaken. The engineer found no obvious concerns at this stage.
Very low flood risk. No contamination issues. Housing & garden land unlikely to create major biodiversity/ecological issues but surveys to be undertaken. Surveys to undertaken to as part of the ongoing process.
As centrally located, services and utilities are available nearby, but any upgrades/amendments may need to be undertaken.
The site is available development immediately if allocated.
The site is available immediately and could be developed quickly as the site is owned by the potential developer who is based locally. The site is also one of very few available sites within Impington and would have unquestionable market appeal for buyers. The site is : - 50m from Impington Village College - 800m from Histon Junior School - 600m hundred metres from Histon Village core and its shops/amenities - 140m from the nearest bus stop - On a through road connecting to the A10 - Within walking distance of the guided bus - Close to the A14 - 500m from a safe and direct cycle route into Cambridge
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