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Policy S/C/HTR: 137-143 Histon Road

Consultation is open from 3 August 2026 9:00am to 25 September 2026 5:00pm

Policy S/C/HTR: 137-143 Histon Road

  • Site area of 1.36 hectares.
  • Capacity for approximately 100 homes.

1.  Development proposals must demonstrate how they will meet the following requirements:

     a. Buildings should, with regard to building heights reflective of the local context, massing and contextually appropriate materials, be designed to ensure no unacceptable adverse impacts on the local or wider skyline, the wider setting of the Castle and Victoria Road Conservation Area, and the adjacent Histon Road Recreation Ground;

     b. To optimise the development potential of the site, proposals should be designed in a way that connects both land parcels, whilst also ensuring adequate provision of open space within the site and that development is sensitive to the trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order; and

     c. Given the area’s potential for archaeological remains, development proposals must be accompanied by an appropriate archaeological assessment which includes information on the significance of the heritage asset, including the extent, character and condition of the archaeological resource and the likely impact of the development on the archaeological remains. 

Site Plan of S/C/HTR: 137-143 Histon Road.

Figure 15: Site Plan of S/C/HTR: 137-143 Histon Road.

Supporting information

3.1.17. This 1.36 hectare garage and former car showroom site provides an opportunity for a sustainable residential development on previously developed land within Cambridge. Through the comprehensive redevelopment of the site, there is the opportunity to positively contribute towards the setting of the adjacent Castle and Victoria Road Conservation Area through the careful design and siting of buildings. Additionally, through a masterplan-led approach, development proposals should integrate landscape and open space, ensure adequate space around the protected trees (TPO) and form a positive relationship with the adjacent Histon Road Recreation Ground.

3.1.18. Through a comprehensive approach to development, the whole site could deliver approximately 100 homes. Although the existing garage portion of the site is not immediately available for redevelopment, it is still recognised as a suitable site for development area over the plan period. Redevelopment of the garage site will need to be designed cohesively with the remainder of the site that currently benefits from planning permission.

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For further guidance on how to submit comments, please see the Representation Guidance Note.

All comments must be received by 25 September 2026 at 5pm.