Policy S/AMC/WHD: Whittlesford Parkway Station Area, Whittlesford Bridge Area of Major Change

1.  A comprehensive, masterplan led redevelopment of the Whittlesford Parkway Station Policy Area, identified on the Policies Map, to bring forward a multi-modal mobility hub will be supported
 

2.  Proposals will need to establish a comprehensive approach to the area though a masterplan and include:

     a. Transport improvements: 
         i.   Improved junctions on the A505 to improve safety, access and capacity; 

     b. Station accessibility improvements;
         i.    Improved connectivity between the station platforms, including step-free access; 
         ii.   An extended network of dedicated cycle links and safe crossing points;
         iii.  A bus turning circle to enable safe and efficient interchange with train services; and
         iv.  Maximise connectivity and capacity improvements to Whittlesford Parkway;

     c. Station Facility Improvements;
         i.    Car parking that would support better use of the station; and
         ii.   A transformed public realm which prioritises pedestrians in the immediate vicinity of the station;

     d. A comprehensive approach to the area:
         i.    Continued partnership working and close liaison with stakeholders and interested bodies, to ensure the efficient delivery of the Masterplans;
         ii.   Apply an integrated approach of land use planning, different modes of travel and service providers;
         iii.  Apply a hierarchy of access needs, that prioritises the safety and needs of pedestrians;
         iv.  Ensure that transport works at a human level, so that through a series of marginal improvements, the transport network and public realm is more inclusive and comfortable;
         v.   Protect and enhance the Schedule Monument and Grade-II* listed Chapel of Hospital of St John the Baptist, Duxford Chapel and Grade-II listed Red Lion Hotel heritage assets and their setting; and
         vi.  Address flooding issues related to the River Cam;

     e. Complementary uses including residential and commercial development and appropriate associated infrastructure, services and facilities where they do not prejudice the delivery of the above policy requirements and placemaking outcomes; and

     f. Any re-development proposed in this policy area must prepare a Heritage Impact Assessment.

Figure 84: Site Plan of Policy S/AMC/WHD: Whittlesford Parkway Station Policy Area, Whittlesford Bridge Area of Major Change.