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Mill Road Depot Draft Planning and Development Brief SPD

Representation ID: 31001

Received: 13/07/2016

Respondent: Mr Edward Leigh

Representation Summary:

Support, but this needs to be much bolder. The aim should be to create an exemplary development that sets a new benchmark for future developments.

Full text:

Support, but this needs to be much bolder. This is a unique opportunity to set a design benchmark for Cambridge. The aim should be to create a multi-award winning reference site that elevates the standard for future private developments. Every aspect of the development must be exemplary: highly visible and usable public spaces, promoting a strong sense of community; high proportion of affordable rented accommodation; generous internal spaces (meeting or exceeding Policy 50 standards in the Draft Local Plan), with maximal penetration of daylight; ultra-low energy and water use; well-concealed, secure and convenient storage areas for bins and cycles (including trikes, cargo & trailer bikes); high levels of craftsmanship in building designs and landscaping.