Date set for building planning review

The date had been sent for an inquiry over the plans to build 425 new homes on the edge of Cambridge.

Councillors have said they want to see the plans to redevelop land north of Cambridge North Station refused, arguing the current design would create a “giant wall of development” on the edge of the city.

However, a final decision on the plans will be made by the planning inspectorate, after the developer lodged an appeal due to non-determination.

An inquiry is due to be held on June 6, and could last for up to 12 days. Both sides will put forward their arguments, and ultimately a planning inspector will decide whether the development can go ahead.

Plans were submitted by Brookgate Land Ltd on behalf of The Chesterton Partnership to build 425 homes and five new commercial buildings, offering offices and laboratory space, on land off Milton Avenue.

Of the total number of homes, 155 were proposed to put up for open market sale, and 270 be designated as build to rent.

The new development was proposed to be “almost car fee” with 22 car parking spaces proposed for disabled parking and visitor spaces. Additional basement parking was proposed for the commercial buildings.