Policy S/RRA/CH: Compass House, Chivers Way, Histon and Impington

• Site area of 1.7 hectares
• Allocated for additional office (E(g)(i)), research and development (E(g)(ii)) and associated ancillary uses.

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

  a. The implementation of design-based mitigation, primarily in the form of building height, mass, style, and materials, will be required to respond to the Histon Conservation Area and terrace of Grade II listed cottages immediately to the north of the site, Mill Cottage Grade II and Impington Mill grade II* and the potential non-designated heritage asset (Bidder Building);

  b. Development will retain the existing trees protected by a tree preservation order at the northeastern edge of the site;

  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;

  d. Ensure an appropriate relationship with adjacent residential properties, including necessary mitigation measures relating to noise and light pollution, overlooking, daylight and sunlight through a design led approach;

  e. Development should integrate, financially contribute towards and complement existing and planned major transport proposals in the area demonstrating how the necessary transport measures will be delivered at a time that enables optimal transport outcomes. A Transport Assessment, Travel Plan and Parking Strategy should also increase sustainable travel modes through the provision of safe and direct walking, cycling and wheeling connections that are integrated with the local movement network; and

  f. Align with the requirements and development proposals within the Mixed Use Development in Histon & Impington Station Area (Area of Major Change) (S/AMC/HIS) and the adjacent Vision Park to deliver a comprehensive approach to placemaking.

Figure 98: Site Plan of S/RRA/CH: Land at Compass House, Chivers Way, Histon and Impington