Question 10
Object
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30387
Received: 04/02/2015
Respondent: Milton Parish Council
Object
We would like to see the Waste Water Treatment Centre moved away or significantly modernised to stop any odour-nuisance to neighbours. The aggregates area in this option effectively blocks any possible level crossing to Fen Road. No residential development, underexploits the potential for improvement. Not enough green space - even office developments need "lungs".
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Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30412
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Histon & Impington Parish Council
Histon & Impington Parish Council support Option 1 : Lower level of redevelopment
Object to options 2 , 3 and 4
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Object
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30466
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Indigo Planning Ltd
Overall, TCE supports the high level options for redevelopment of the site (options 2-4) only if the detailed evidence base work/studies demonstrate that these development options will not cause negative impacts on existing residents, workers and investors. These concerns are set out as follows.
Mix of uses
A mix of uses is proposed for the site including residential uses, a mix of B class/employment uses, new open space, a local centre and the aggregates/railhead sidings use. TCE broadly supports this approach subject to concerns about access and infrastructure, but would like to see inclusion of wording to the effect that the primary function of this area is to be the leading R&D/technology quarter/destination in Cambridge. Any activity to dilute this core/distinctive and valuable focus of the area would be a loss/step backwards,
given its regional/national status. Whilst it is appropriate to have supporting and complementary uses, larger-scale developments should not be permitted.
TCE supports the identification of CBP as offices/R&D with potential for intensification.
Linkages
TCE broadly supports the principle of promoting sustainable transport and movement through the idea of improving permeability and access to key routes, although TCE object to public access and new walkways being provided
through CBP as shown within development options 2-4. For security and health and safety reasons, the general public cannot have access to and through CBP.
However, TCE would like to see improved pedestrian and cycle access between the new railway station and the CBP, for both the occupiers and their customers/visitors. This should be identified and supported in the AAP. Potential options for improving access from CBP to the Station have been previously worked up by Scott Brownrigg and HED and are enclosed for information.
Landscaping
TCE also supports the inclusion of hard and soft landscaping with the AAP area. However, it should be noted that a comprehensive landscaping scheme within CBP has been implemented and this is a matter for TCE. It is worth mentioning that TCE are implementing a Sustainability Action Plan at CBP which includes improving the landscaping/green corridors, promoting biodiversity areas, promoting green travel and other such initiatives. TCE also broadly support the aspiration for a 'green boulevard' along Cowley Road, which would tie in well with the aforementioned initiatives.
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Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30496
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Cambridge City Council
Definitive line between odour zones defining uses within the CNFE. The AAP should consider individual applications on merit.
The odour footprint should be updated.
Access road serving the B2 uses to the north of Cowley Road could be separate from the B1 use, possibly with access from the Milton Road end avoiding "B1"use.
The relocation of the station car park with a multi-storey car park could allow residential development in AAP, maximising density, improving the site's sustainability and allowing some employees to live locally, helping to meet the intended target of reducing car use by employees within the City.
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Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30541
Received: 19/01/2015
Respondent: R Richardson
The usual mess, more houses, more cars blocking an already problem area for cars on to the A14 or in to Cambridge.
The usual mess, more houses, more cars blocking an already problem area for cars on to the A14 or in to Cambridge.
Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30550
Received: 19/01/2015
Respondent: Ian Tyes
Support option 1.
- Cambs United Football Ground
- New road along side A14 to access site from the north.
- P&R like shuttle bus from Milton P&R.
- Left turn lanes on A14 / A10 roundabout bypassing roundabout.
Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30557
Received: 19/01/2015
Respondent: Shirley Fieldhouse
Support option 1.
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Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30570
Received: 19/01/2015
Respondent: Silke Scheler
Support.
I find all proposed options to be too restricted with the use of space. A mix of residential use, offices and industry would be preferable to give it a more natural feel. For example, leave the Nuffield Road industrial area and more residential use development further north. Also consider a more modular approach that allows to develop toward a future goal, but doesn't depend on things (like moving the water recycling centre) from the get go.
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9) Objective 3 shouldn't get highest priority.
14) 11-13 are too divided in to use of space, a more natural mix of residential, offices and industrial would be better. Also, re-use as much of what is already there as possible.
15, 16, 17) No clear explanations, which means meaning will be defined later.
18b) Would destroy the feeling of that part of the city.
23c) Science Park should be independent.
24d) This should only be considered if there are no other options. Moving the businesses will be expesive, so leave them there and build the residential area somewhere else.
30e) Student accomodation should be integrated so they won't all be in the same area.
36) Whatever makes best sense for transport at the current stage of the project.
Comment
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Representation ID: 30677
Received: 27/01/2015
Respondent: Cllr Anna Bradnam
4) The HWRC should STAY at Butt Lane.
1) Whilst I support the principle of regeneration of this site, the development of the new railway station and extension of the guided busway, I believe the Sewage Treatment Works should be moved elsewhere in order to permit a greater proportion of sustainable urban living than commercial and industrial premises. The opportunity should be taken to remove this source of odour from the north of Cambridge. It may be appropriate to develop commercial units on the northern part of the site, against the A14, to provide a sound and pollution barrier for the residents further south in the site.
2)There is an excess of industrial units un-let in and around Cambridge. I doubt that more industrial units on this site would be used. I feel there is more need for housing.
3) Whilst the aggregates railhead is required I believe road access should be provided by means of a westbound off-slip from the A14 and a westbound on-slip to the A14. Aggregates lorries should NOT travel via the Milton Road onto or off the CNFE site. Whatever the solution, aggregate lorries should be restricted to the northern fringe of the site, to separate them from domestic traffic and they should not travel into Cambridge on the Milton Road.
4) The Household Waste Recycling Centre should NOT be moved from Butt Lane to this valuable site. The operation at Butt Lane is required to be monitored for as many years as it takes for the waste to completely decompose, so there is no compelling reason to move the HWRC from Butt Lane to the CNFE area.
5)A road bridge across the railway should be provide access to the northern end of Fen Road. Alternatively, since a foot and cycle bridge is planned for the railway station, I suggest it should be extended across the tracks, with appropriate gates, to provide pedestrian and cycle access for the residents of Fen Road.