Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 13
Representation ID: 30176
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
There are no strong preferences on the options but the overarching objective to create a transformative gateway with a strong employment focus should remain consistent. Option 4 (Maximum Level of Redevelopment) is likely to encounter more delivery risks associated with the potential relocation of the WRC (identifying a site, funding and timing)and this could impede the overall development.
There are no strong preferences on the options but the overarching objective to create a transformative gateway with a strong employment focus should remain consistent. Option 4 (Maximum Level of Redevelopment) is likely to encounter more delivery risks associated with the potential relocation of the WRC (identifying a site, funding and timing)and this could impede the overall development.
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 19
Representation ID: 30184
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
The proposed approach to integration with surrounding communities is supported but could be improved. It is fundamental to achieving a comprehensive scheme that the site is considered with regards to the wider context and the opportunities for enhancing the wider area, for example through sustainable connections between homes and jobs. This should be extended to include reference to connecting CNFE to planned new communities, most significantly given its scale and proximity to CNFE, Waterbeach New Town.
The proposed approach to integration with surrounding communities is supported but could be improved. It is fundamental to achieving a comprehensive scheme that the site is considered with regards to the wider context and the opportunities for enhancing the wider area, for example through sustainable connections between homes and jobs. This should be extended to include reference to connecting CNFE to planned new communities, most significantly given its scale and proximity to CNFE, Waterbeach New Town.
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 23c
Representation ID: 30200
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
If the Science Park is included within the AAP then Option B would be preferred to allow for the concentration and intensification of technology and R&D uses. Inclusion within the AAP area could also help facilitate improvements to the pedestrian environment and connections from existing employment sites to the new railway station. However, the AAP should be responsive to evidence on market demand and viability so that there is sufficient flexibility to cope with future economic changes.
If the Science Park is included within the AAP then Option B would be preferred to allow for the concentration and intensification of technology and R&D uses. Inclusion within the AAP area could also help facilitate improvements to the pedestrian environment and connections from existing employment sites to the new railway station. However, the AAP should be responsive to evidence on market demand and viability so that there is sufficient flexibility to cope with future economic changes.
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 20
Representation ID: 30205
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
The proposed approach is supported and there is a good opportunity to develop sustainable linkages between new homes and new jobs through strengthened connections between Waterbeach New Town and the employment opportunities at CNFE.
The proposed approach to employment uses is supported. The CNFE area is highly suitable to accommodate future employment uses identified in the Employment Land Review 2012, especially technology and research and development sectors, give the juxtaposition of the existing Science Park and evidence on demand. It is also a highly sustainable location to concentrate further employment uses given the proposed new railway station, potential guided busway route and scope to enhance pedestrian/cycle networks. Furthermore, there is a good opportunity to develop sustainable linkages between new homes and new jobs through strengthened connections between Waterbeach New Town and the employment opportunities at CNFE.
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 24d
Representation ID: 30212
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
There is no strong preference on the Nuffield Road options but there are two comments: (i.) a flexible mix may be most appropriate to allow the market to respond but avoid the redevelopment of the site for 100% residential given the opportunity of this site to attract employment generating uses in this location. (ii.) The site adjoins the proposed guided busway route and has good accessibility on foot to the new station, therefore it would logical to locate more intensive employment uses on the site.
There is no strong preference on the Nuffield Road options but there are two comments: (i.) a flexible mix may be most appropriate to allow the market to respond but avoid the redevelopment of the site for 100% residential given the opportunity of this site to attract employment generating uses in this location. (ii.) The site adjoins the proposed guided busway route and has good accessibility on foot to the new station, therefore it would logical to locate more intensive employment uses on the site.
Support
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 26c
Representation ID: 30216
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
Option C, provision of hotel and conference centre close to the station, is supported as part of the mix.
Option C, provision of hotel and conference centre close to the station, is supported as part of the mix.
Comment
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 29c
Representation ID: 30217
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
It is agreed that private market accommodation could play a greater role in delivering future housing needs in the Cambridge area. Whilst the intention of Option B is understood, it is important to allow the market to deliver this form of housing in response to demand. The range of planning policies allow for both the mix and the environmental conditions to be managed through the planning application process without additional polices in the AAP.
It is agreed that private market accommodation could play a greater role in delivering future housing needs in the Cambridge area. Whilst the intention of Option B is understood, it is important to allow the market to deliver this form of housing in response to demand. The range of planning policies allow for both the mix and the environmental conditions to be managed through the planning application process without additional polices in the AAP.
Object
Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 34
Representation ID: 30218
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
The transport and movement principles are supported but could be improved. An additional principle should be included to help maximise the potential for sustainable links between CNFE and existing and planned communities. Suggested wording is as follows:
"To ensure sustainable transport links are made with existing and new communities, including Waterbeach New Town"
The transport and movement principles are supported but could be improved. An additional principle should be included to help maximise the potential for sustainable links between CNFE and existing and planned communities. Suggested wording is as follows:
"To ensure sustainable transport links are made with existing and new communities, including Waterbeach New Town"
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 35d
Representation ID: 30219
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
Whilst the benefits of an overly prescriptive approach to mode share within the area are questionable it is clear there is strong potential for the CNFE Area to become an exemplar sustainable community and destination. To ensure this goal is fulfilled, sustainable transport links to existing and new communities, including Waterbeach New Town, need to be emphasized.
Whilst the benefits of an overly prescriptive approach to mode share within the area are questionable it is clear there is strong potential for the CNFE Area to become an exemplar sustainable community and destination. To ensure this goal is fulfilled, sustainable transport links to existing and new communities, including Waterbeach New Town, need to be emphasized.
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Cambridge Northern Fringe East AAP - Issues and Options
Question 36a
Representation ID: 30220
Received: 02/02/2015
Respondent: Urban&Civic Ltd
Agent: David Lock Associates
Cowley Road remaining the main site access is supported but sustainable modes of travel along the Milton Road corridor must be catered for to allow reliable journey times from new and existing communities.
Cowley Road remaining the main site access is supported but sustainable modes of travel along the Milton Road corridor must be catered for to allow reliable journey times from new and existing communities.
