Greater Cambridge Local Plan Issues & Options 2020

The lack of roadshows south east of Cambridge is very disappointing. Our nearest are in central Cambridge. The 'online in a digital-first format' and social media emphasis immediately excludes those who rarely use the Internet or are offline completely. We suggest that you engage with local community groups, for example Residents Associations, Parish Councils and Third Sector organisations in order to reach the above mentioned.

Agree

No answer given

Disagree

We note that no mention is given to the continued growth of Haverhill and approval for warehousing and logistics facilities that would be banned under the SCDC 2018 Local Plan Polcy E/11. The Greater Cambridge local plan should seek to provide more sustainable transport options for those travelling from Haverhill and not support businesses that generate disproportionate amounts of HGV traffic.

Climate Change, Wellbeing and Social Inclusion, Biodiversity and Green Spaces, Great Places

In our Parish we are poorly served by public transport and rely on private vehicles to access work, all services and recreation. Over 94% of households have at least one car or van. It would seem that all development in infill villages is contrary to this goal at this time.

We support the list of key actions.

Yes, strongly agree

Yes, all new development should demonstrate how it mitigates against flood risk. Design guidelines should rigorously demonstrate they recognise our changing climate.

We support the key ideas raised in tackling climate change. We would also like to see practical solutions to support existing smaller rural communities to improve their carbon footprint. For example allowing appropriate improvements to older buildings and delivering better public transport and cycle routes.

Protect the existing biodiversity assets and wildlife corridors that connect them.

The 2011 Green Infrastructure Strategy is a good start. Give it more prominence in planning policy.