North Ely DevelopmentFramework A Framework for the Future Development of an Urban Extension for Ely

QUALITY EXEMPLAR SUSTAINABILITY th Ely ign, e. ful riverside f the city is the it is a challenge – that is founded upon strong principles ofenvironmental high sustainability quality and urban a des balanced community. The scheme will become an exemplar fordevelopment sustainable in Cambridgeshire. setting, Ely is a special place tolast live. opportunity The for area large to scale the growth northand on o a the responsibility Isle to of cherish Ely and respond to this special plac The District Council is committed to creating development at Nor An exemplar development With its spectacular cathedral, gentle pace of life, and delight

North Ely Development Framework 2 North Ely Development Framework 3 s that are vision for cess. The the fen lightful riverside s finest ’ North Ely and to define the keyCouncil elements will that only are support needed development for that suc meetsset the out requirement in this document. landscape. Ely has a unique identitysetting with and its exceptional rail historic links. core, de The aim of this development framework is to set a comprehensive Ely is a very special place.cathedrals, a It charismatic is landmark home visible to for one many of miles the across country Foreword

North Ely Development Framework 4 North Ely Development Framework 5 this will – s Core ’ be renamed as the East Cambridgeshire Local Plan. extension to the Ely Country Park. The Council intends to adopt the North Ely Development Framework as interim policy so that planning applications can be properly assessed as they come forward. The Development Framework will be finalised alongside the District Council Strategy Review s needs ’ concept. ’ committee - s heritage. ’ standard housing ‘ expected to deliver a high quality living environment, a significant number of local jobs, major transport enhancements and a large new neighbourhood to Ely. Our vision is for an exemplar development that will be a nationally significant example of best practice. We will not accept a development The development will be of the community or the City The Ely Masterplan identified the north of Ely as a key development area. North Ely represents a once in a generation opportunity to add a major Moakes . term - 2031 to nearly in hoc - 2011 . 15,000 27,000 s high quality of life ’ without full consideration avoid ad development taking place The Ely Masterplan set out proposals to manage this growth effectively and population is expected to reach country, these long growth pressures will not go away. Indeed the current economic challenges facing the 19,000 It is clear that despite the the population of Ely parish grew from just under the City in recent years. Between 2001 and 2010 Ely that a significant number of people have moved to It is not surprising given Chairman of Development and Transport Sub Autumn Councillor Peter Leader of East Cambridgeshire District Council Contents

The Framework at a glance 8

Introduction 10

Development context 10 Purpose of the Development Framework 10 Status of the Development Framework 10 Core Strategy Review 11 Format of the Development Framework 11 Preparation of the Development Framework 11

Appreciating the Context 12

Site location 12 Site description 13 Site appraisal 13

Setting the Vision 14

Development of the vision for North Ely 14 Key Development Principles 15 The community’s vision 16 Key development components 17 N o r t

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k Overall green infrastructure approach 21 6 North Ely Development Framework 7 53 34 35 35 32 33 34 35 35 32 33 43 48 36 40 40 42 42 22 23 25 27 29 31 32 Code for Sustainable Homes & BREEAM Energy strategy & sustainable buildings Renewable energy Waste strategy Water strategy Glossary & Background Documents Detailing the Place Character & local distinctiveness Important views Landmarks & legibility Character areas Implementation & Delivery Setting High Environmental Standards Making the Connections Walking & cycling Public transport Route structure & hierarchy Strategic transport network Car Parking Building a Balanced Community Housing Main Street Job creation Community uses Education preted to produce this Indicative Plan. t of an exemplar community at North The advice included in this DevelopmentAs Framework has the been document inter sets out the broadEly, principles it for is the open developmen to interpretation. The Framework at a glance

North ElyDevelopment Framework 8 North Ely Development Framework 9 Key rmission wn ingdonshire s Stationery ’ of Ordnance Survey on behalf ofOffice. Crown the copyright. Controller Unauthorised of reproduction Her infringescopyright Majesty Cro and may lead toDistrict prosecution or Council civil Licence proceedings. HDC100022322. Hunt This map is reproduced from Ordnance Survey material with the pe to be produced by . Illustrative diagram 1 Figure Form the basis for future masterplans developers Set out the vision for taking North Ely forward as an exemplar development Establish clear development and urban design principles to ensure that the design and quality of development achieves the highest standards Reflect the views and values of the local community and key stakeholders Explain the next steps that are expected in the planning and design of the site contained in the Ely Masterplan • • • • • adopted as Council policy but will later gain Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) status. The document will be a material consideration in the determination of any future planning application within the site. Status of the Document The North Ely Development Framework will initially be to: The purpose of this document is . It is to support 3,000 2031 ’ sufficiency in - term vision for the - critical mass ‘ ), which is adopted as 2010 the policies of the Local Development Framework (LDF). and facilities; enhance the level of employment self Ely; and enable the city to develop sustainably. Purpose of the document The North Ely Development Framework establishes the principles that will guide the development of an urban extension to Ely. The document should be read in conjunction with Ely continues to be a focusgrowth for within the district; the concept of a growth area tonorth the of Ely was first introduced in the Ely Masterplan. The Masterplan vision requires the development of up to homes in North Ely by hoped that this growth will provide a a comprehensive range of services North Ely Space for photograph . . 17,560 A10 east of Cambridge. - s main shopping, ’ Ely Masterplan The principle of developing an urban extensionestablished at in North the Ely Ely was Masterplan ( Council policy. The Masterplan sets outarea a including long a series of illustrative proposals. Ely has experienced rapid growth in recent years, with development of new housing to the northwest, and and new business parks near the station and at Lancaster Way. London, the north and the restEast of Anglia, and is connected to Cambridge via the Focus for growth attractive riverside. Ely is the district employment and commercial centre, and is also an important tourist destination. Ely has good rail connections to The cathedral city of Ely islargest the settlement with a population of around Ely is a thriving historic market town, with a cathedral and Development context East Cambridgeshire is a predominantly rural district located to the north Introduction

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 10 North Ely Development Framework 11 12 – 2012 ) - ) broad 2010 2011 2 2011 ) ) April - 2010 ) seminars (January 2010 ’ 2011 . Early stakeholder engagement. in design, renewable energy major growth sites across 3 Stakeholder workshop: design, Members Public consultation: Landowner forum: ongoing Stakeholder workshop: issues & Stakeholder workshop: • vision, viability, phasing (November • and July • options (March • meetings throughout Consultation Events • options (April • infrastructure, transport and connectivity (October Figure masterplanning and design was provided at various stages in the process by the landowners and their consulting teams, BDP, and Huntingdonshire District Council. Comments on emerging proposals were also sought from the Cambridgeshire Quality Panel experts and development. Their role is to review the county and provide independent advice with the aim of improving the quality of the development being proposed. In addition, assistance in is e of Ely Application(s) Application(s) Outline Planning Detailed Planning . 2012 Local Plan – Framework month period. Throughout this time, a . Core Strategy DPD 24 - North Ely Development 18 Masterplans ). This document is currently under review with a masterplans 2009 character area) . How the North Ely Development Framework will sit with 2 Regeneration of the station and riverside area Expansion of the town centre Expansion and development of Ely Country Park The proposed Leisure Village. Design Codes (each phase / • • • • Comprehensive Figure other key documents. Council, English Heritage, Natural England, Environment Agency, Anglian Water and Cambridgeshire Horizons. The following key stakeholders were engaged indeveloping the the process North of Ely Development Framework: thelandowners and major their representatives; Cambridgeshire County number of consultation events (see right)wide were range organised with of a stakeholders. The North Ely Development Framework has beeninclusively developed over an subsequent Preparation of the document The Development Framework sets out keydevelopment principles of for North the Ely, but allows adevelopers to degree develop of these flexibility for ideas with greater precision in Format of the document outlined in the revised local plan forinclude: East Cambridgeshire. Thes It will be important to ensureintegrated that into the the development physical of and North social Ely fabricand of takes the account wider of city wider planned improvements which will be Strategy ( draft Local Plan expected in Spring Core Strategy Review Another key document in the development of the site is the Core s ’ ajesty ceedings. rmission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of the Controller of Her M fringes Crown copyright and may lead to prosecution or civil pro . The site 4 Figure Figure x. The Site Appreciating the Context Huntingdonshire District Council Licence HDC100022322. This map is reproduced from OrdnanceStationery Survey Office. material Crown with copyright. the Unauthorised reproduction pe in

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 12 North Ely Development Framework 13 5 will need s potential for buried ’ development should respect and enhance this landscape setting and provide opportunities for residents to access green space. Key views of the Cathedral should also be introduced from public vantage points within the site. Flood risk & surface water The site is not in anrisk area although of some flood small areas within the site may be susceptible to surface water flooding. Noise Potential noise impacts from the A10 will need to be assessedappropriate and mitigation measures incorporated into the design. Existing rights of way The development should have due regard to existing public footpaths, byways and bridleways. Key views The rural setting of Ely is important to its character; new Topography Ely was formerly an island surrounded by marshes. Today the Isle of Ely is thein highest the point surrounding fen. Figure shows how the site slopes down towards the edge of the island. Existing landscape features All existing landscape features such as ponds and trees should be retained where possible. Archaeology The site archaeological remains to be assessed prior to development. il . d spital to the 2012 Chettisham 55055 82509 . It includes an area of s Stationery Office. Crown copyright. Unauthorised ’ This map is reproduced from Ordnancepermission Survey of material Ordnance with Survey the on behalfMajesty of the Controller of Her reproduction infringes Crown copyright and mayprosecution lead or to civil proceedings. Huntingdonshire DistrictLicence Counc HDC100022322. and northern Ely in respect of Chettisham of greenfield land bounded to the west east by the East Coast Main Line and to the Chettisham - 210ha , to the north A10 west by the small hamlet of . Site Appraisal - 5 scale, massing and residential amenity. Ensuring that maintains its identity is vital. Development must be sited carefully inresidential relation properties to at existing The main features of the sitedescribed are here: identified on the map above an Sensitive land uses development of this site.. Site appraisal which is due to be declared surplus to MoD requirementsThe in District Council is working to facilitate the comprehensive by the north Ministry of Defence land to the east of the Princess of Wales Ho Site description The site covers some The site is located at Nationalnorth Grid of Reference Ely TL in Cambridgeshire. Site location Figure … ... , s to , East A142 he for 2.3.5 ). They and 1 2011 the Ely 2.2 13 arts, cant new 2011 (Paragraph ” (Paragraph is successfully integrated historical landscape setting will have been improved loyment opportunities, new ” l connected by pedestrian improvements to the anced. ife and recreational value of preventing sprawl and - set out a vision for Ely in ensuring that infrastructure and service - 2009 It will provide employment, retailing and other … ). ). Its role as a tourist centre will have strengthened, with 2009 considered that the key challenge was how to … ) 2009 ” s Core Strategy ’ 2010 Core Strategy Local public support for Development Principles, Spring – and improved sports facilities will have been provided. Signifi Core Strategy 1 … framework and social fabric of existing communities. - Table : Cambridgeshire s existing heritage. ’ or its built heritage. The special character and important wildl Exemplar development showcasing best practice of a quality that The need to manage and plan for housing growth Ely will continue to be a thriving historic city Framework. “ would be recognised nationally and that standsEly comparison with t Key Development Principles The diagram opposite sets out eightNorth broad Ely development which principles expand upon theMasterplan. principles These originally set principles were out consulted in upon inreceived Spring a high level of supportare from intended the to local guide community the (Table comprehensiveensure development that of North it Ely becomes a sustainableneighbourhood. and These high form quality the new foundation of this Development “ provision keeps pace with new development, andinto that the new built housing Cambridgeshire The Ely Masterplan ( grow Ely without losing what makes itretaining special the intimacy of a market town,culture, yet education still and providing sports the expected in a thriving community. This has been expanded for thefollows: North Ely Development Framework a 2025 “ services to a wide catchment area an enhanced riverside and station gateway area.and The expanded town centre housing development will function as part ofand the cycle town links. and Growth be will wel beeducational accompanied and by health investment facilities, in a emp new CountryDevelopment Park will and be major provided without compromising the… sensitive the river and Roswell Pits areaEast will have been protected and enh It further identifies: East Cambridgeshire Setting the Vision

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 14 North ElyDevelopment Framework 15 into the development space structure of the Integrating green nal Ely Masterplan concepts. character encouraging design Grouping high quality shared services and of Ely through special quality together facilities and Reinforcing the ages community housing to and cycling Providing a Locating key opportunities facilities for all range of homes facilities close to and maximise walking strong highest to the city standards the and beyond environmental Striving to meet links Creating range of local jobs Offering a North Ely Development Principles and their links with the origi - 6 Figure Development Principles The community’s vision Two initial stakeholder workshops were held in Winter 2010 to scope out the key issues for the site. These workshops were led by expert consultants and involved the major landowners in addition to the main statutory planning, environmental, highways and infrastructure agencies. This workshop process culminated in the production of two broad options for the development of North Ely. A public consultation in Spring 2011 sought the community’s views on the emerging options. Nearly 400 people viewed the exhibition material, and almost 200 written responses were received. Over 85% of the responses received were from local residents, providing a strong indication of the community’s views.

Key consultation results The majority of local residents want North Ely to be an exemplar development Key Only 8.2% of respondents disagreed with the emerging consensus that “North Ely should be an exemplar development from which Strongly agree others can learn for the future”. When asked to clarify their Agree definition of an exemplar development the following priorities Neutral emerged: 1. reducing vulnerability to climate change and building Disagree energy efficient homes, 2. improving the range of habitats, wildlife Strongly disagree and wild places, 3. creating distinctiveness and diversity within the landscape and townscape.

The majority of local residents want the public The majority of local residents want North Ely to open space in North Ely to be varied be a balanced community

Traffic-free walking and cycling There was strong routes There was strong support for support for most of the North Ely to be a balanced Woodland / community orchards options presented, community, with a match particularly traffic-free between jobs, homes and Allotments walking and cycling educational, social and routes, informal open community facilities and also Informal open space (wildlife, space and woodland or picnics etc) in the age profile of residents. community orchards. Formal open space (play equipment, sports) N

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North ElyDevelopment Framework 17 and the reinforcement of the Isle of integrated development scheme of up to 20 necting Thistle Corner to the A10 and Cam ovision to key Ely facilities e.g. City Centre, - Chettisham ll together of facilities and shared services. m Road Leisure Village. ities in hubs along the route. setting for the new development, together with r e everyday needs of North Ely residents. ructure, robust utilities, community and transport hance the distinctiveness of Ely, its Cathedral and nd relocation opportunities for other civic and houses, which respects the rural setting of Ely. 3,000 at the junction of the main connector route with Lynn Road ’ Main Street ‘ s character. ’ A delivery strategy that secures a viable and comprehensive, we Formal sports facilities focused primarily at the nearbyMaintenance Downha of a distinctive character and separate identity fo Opportunities for a diversity of job creation within the site a An urban design which prioritises walking and cycling,New, grouping well connected and interrelated public transport network pr The key hub to be a linear Sufficient convenience shopping and other facilities to meet th A series of different local character areas that reflect and en A main connector route as a spine to the whole development, con A low/medium density development of up to A continuation of the Ely Country Park to provide a rural green more detail in the following chapters: The development principles and key development components are expanded in Structure of the Development Framework prepared. These components are set out above. blocks on which the guidance in this Development Framework has been components which the North Ely urban extension must deliver, and are the building have been identified for the site. These are the key work, a number of essential development requirements components From the public consultation and stakeholder participation Key development  years, with a focus on theinfrastructure. provision of supporting green infrast   Ely Railway Station, Lancaster Way.  business uses.   Drive, and with grouping of local community and commercial facil   the Fens.    green linkages within the development. Key development components - ): agri the s Green - ’ s play ’ 2009 informal – urban parks, allotments, – – natural road and rail - – woodland and scrub, . The GI typology below – support system - greenspace functional, combining - greenspace Other Parks and gardens Amenity Natural and semi Green corridors lifestyles and quality of life. What is green infrastructure? Green infrastructure (GI) is our natural life network of natural and manmade features such as open spaces, woodlands, landscapes, rights of way and waterways, which link and serve our communities and countryside. It is multi aspects such as landscape, wildlife, public access and recreation, and providing multiple benefits, such as contributing to economic development, sustainable growth, healthy corridors, hedgerows, ditches, cycling routes, pedestrian paths and rights of way. • community gardens, city farms, paddocks, cemeteries and churchyards, commons, village greens, heritage sites, land in environmental management. Types of green infrastructure GI refers to many different types of greenspaces is based on Natural England Infrastructure Guidance ( • pocket parks, Country Park and formal gardens. • recreation spaces, children areas, playing fields, communal green spaces within housing areas, domestic gardens, village greens, urban commons, and green roofs. • greenspace nature reserves, grassland or meadows, wetlands, open water bodies and running water. • f – it. for s high , ’ th Ely Ely, with a strong and as part s for wildlife. from the within the site ng water for to the city the creation of to protect the to other sports, f GI, ranging the fen beyond. of development and beyond Chettisham Creating links including landscape greenspace - natural - functional green infrastructure - boundary ’ character design high quality and of Ely through special quality Reinforcing the red line ‘ . term open space, sports and play needs, including - Chettisham into the development space structure of the Integrating green % of the North Ely site area as multi 40 - A clear strategy to enhance biodiversity and createCreation new of habitat new water bodies, both as semi Consideration of GI beyond the Planting and landscaping as an intrinsic element throughout Nor North Ely to address long Use of the unique rural setting to create character, including Extension of Ely Country Park to provide a green edge for North 30 Development Principles   of the water strategy, managing floodirrigation. risk, drainage and retaini  context and setting, and connectivity with the wider GI network.  quality townscape helping to reinforce the characterdistinct of identity Ely of and  linkages to the proposed leisure villageleisure to and the play west area of facilities. Ely, and from parks and gardens to allotments.  views to Ely Cathedral and the surroundinggreen fenland spaces and within linkages the site to existing public rights of way in gradual transition from urban to rural. Theshould green be space designed network to promote access to the Country Park. Outcomes  (GI), incorporated as an integral part ofnot the as design a and cosmetic layout afterthought. This target includes all types o the development, making important connections that encouragesocial interaction. These routes should provideenvironment a that pleasant encourages people to walkEly and a cycle, healthier making community. development should be multifunctional. They should reinforcecharacter the of Ely, help to protect theprovide character an of important resource through the enhancementCountry Park of and the provide ecological and recreationalEly facilities as a whole. The greena spaces network should of also safe form walking the and backbone cycling o and traffic routes through community. The success of these openonly spaces on will the depend quality not of designrelationship and to materials but surrounding buildings, also the on way the peoplepass enter through and the space and the uses that areThe in green it spaces and that surround will surround and link through the High quality environment The green infrastructure strategy must bemasterplanning fundamental of to North the Ely. The new developmentopen should spaces create that reflect the needs and aspirations of the Creating a Green Structure

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 18 This chapter will discuss the most hire facilities, bmx track and a Green network small convenience store. appropriate types of GI The townscape fabric of North throughout North Ely. Countryside zone – this zone Ely should be interwoven with should cover the rest of the blue and green spaces. Ely Country Park green edge and should focus Highflyer Avenue - the creation Ely is unique across the north of on activities for people who of a tree lined ‘avenue’ to link Cambridgeshire in offering want to experience the quiet Thistle Corner to the east with extraordinary views across the and solitude of the the A10 to the west provides an fen. Part of this rural setting is Ely countryside. In this area, opportunity to align the green Country Park – this is currently consideration could be given network with busy multi-purpose being developed to the south- to: streets and spaces (subject to east of the city. • Creating habitats and detailed feasibility studies and increasing biodiversity – for design resolution). example woodland and This concept could be applied to scrub, nature reserves, other streets within the site, meadows, wetlands and softening visual appearance, open water. aiding legibility and providing a • Providing new green natural setting. corridors including a direct green cycle and pedestrian Village greens - communities are route to the south of the increasingly looking for wide city and green recreational open spaces to stage sporting North Ely provides an opportunity routes that offer scenic events and fetes and provide a to extend the Country Park to views, nature trails, wildlife haven where children can play. provide a ‘green edge’ to the watching etc. The scale of development at development and create an open • Connections to existing North Ely provides an space for the whole of the city rights of way to expand and opportunity to create a range of that forms a focus for community enhance the network. attractive village greens. integration. • Creating pocket parks and Green edge picnic sites. • Providing other greenspace The green edge should perform a including allotments, variety of functions across the paddocks, community site. The green space in North Ely, orchards and a cemetery. should be divided into two zones: a more highly managed ’activity N

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• Strategic landscaping must strategy. Structured tree planting r •Appropriate uses could include: a k be provided to act as a noise should create additional habitat visitor centre with car parking and and visual buffer between and add visual interest. café, children’s play areas, cycle North Ely and the A10. 19 - n – nd ng a the yles ould in ng as a unction ink key building - should be a key – providing space for local food production – green spaces and corridors can include safe, good design can help to reduce crime and anti - – s green infrastructure. ’ where appropriate, open spaces should be developed - Walking and cycling should be integral to planning green space. sense of local pride. Public areas should be accessible, attractive andto have avoid a becoming clear a f focus for crime. Clear sightlines should be maintained over longfrontages, distances windows and entrances should face ontopublic spaces. green routes a Walking and cycling direct and attractive routes for pedestriansdestinations and within cyclists, North and Ely l and beyond. Inencourage particular, children they to sh walk or cycle to school. Local food encourages people to lead moreand active, generates healthy community lifest cohesion, creating a hubmeet where and people socialise. ca Other considerations Focal points as focal points, interconnecting primary activity areashub and for acti day and evening activities and public events. Designing out crime social behaviour by strengthening community identity and fosteri This will improve ecological functionality and connectivityNorth with Ely and beyond to nature conservationwider sites landscape. located within Local food production orchards, allotments and community growing areas aspect of North Ely the – uk .org. . A skylark. Source: 7 rspb manage biodiversity impacts, whilst promoting measures that seek to deliver against relevant biodiversity habitat and species targets. Figure www. GI proposals should be informed by relevant, current ecological survey data and should include measures to minimise and specialist fenland plant species are rare and characteristic of the wetland habitat in East Cambridgeshire. species. Some of these, such as skylark and brown hare are currently commonplace but in significant decline; others including nature conservation value. These sites form an important network of habitats that jointly contribute to supporting priority The North Ely site is located within a wider landscape which includes valued farmland and wetland habitats, and several sites of international, national and county importance for their from adjoining buildings and highways and providing opportunities for outdoor living. Biodiversity Domestic gardens development should incorporate front and rear gardens where appropriate, separating homes

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evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 22 Total 1 2 3 4+ Type of housing Housing dwellings bed bed bed bed North Ely should make efficient use Market (including self-build of land in accommodating and a proportion of the 2,100 84 378 651 987 retirement community) approximately 3,000 new dwellings. A 70% 4% 18% 31% 47% wide range of dwelling type, size and Affordable (including a tenure should be provided – creating proportion of the retirement 900 90 405 315 90 choice, a varied building form and community) meeting community needs. 30% 10% 45% 35% 10% Development Principles Table 2. Preferred housing mix

Reinforcing the The market housing mix set out in Table 2 above is based on Providing a special quality range of homes and character research by Cambridgeshire County Council on the district of East and community of Ely through Cambridgeshire. The affordable housing mix is based on figures facilities for all high quality ages from the East Cambridgeshire Infrastructure & Investment design Framework (2011).

Outcomes Built form & density A mix of dwellings in line with the The residential built form should respond to the requirements set requirements set out in Table 2. out in the ‘Detailing the Place’ chapter. This divides the Built form and density of housing in line with the character areas as set out in the development into six character areas: Development Framework •Arcadia Incorporation of self build plots, •Green Living affordable homes and Lifetime homes into •Suburbia the layout and design of development. •Urban Village Mix and tenure •Main Street A housing mix led entirely by market •Civic and Business Quarters demand at each phase may not The final densities and number of homes will need to be achieve sustainability objectives or determined through detailed design work. meet Ely’s long-term needs. The development should make provision for approximately: •1,950market homes for a wide variety of market segments (including ‘executive’ homes), of which 150 should be provided

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submission of each planning r k application in the light of changing Figure 10. Indicative character areas across the site demand and affordability data and of the overall viability of the proposals. 23 y tenure “ % of the 20 dwellings. This occupied - 40 - 15 of the Core Strategy 1 as far as possible so as not ” and setting of the dwelling. Developers will be expected to deliver innovative design solutions which deal with the requirements of care providers rather than by building standard solutions. easily adaptable for occupation by the elderly or people with disabilities (Lifetime Homes standard). In North Ely this should comprise housing stock. Affordable homes The District Council will normally expect affordable housing to be delivered in clusters of will enable housing management issues to be taken into consideration whilst also ensuring the delivery of a sustainable community. All housing should be blind to distinguish between private ownership and affordable properties in the appearance Access and adaptabilit The ageing population of Ely, East Cambridgeshire and the nation presents a major challenge in increasing the provision of housing for potentially frail and vulnerable households. Increasing provision for the elderly can also bring wider community benefits from releasing under housing back into both the public sector and general housing market. Policy H states that the Council will seek a proportion of all new general market housing as suitable, or g. hese ed. y room, 2 the site. - own f local 1 range of walking r life. s. % of total dwellings to be 5 for more details. Although specially uk occupied properties in the wider community. - Place in Hampshire, pictured below. See unit Retirement Community should provide a mix of 150 Releasing under Providing employment opportunities and enhancing the viability o Allowing older people in the wider community to access facilitie Opportunities to address the shortage of homes suitable for late bedroom apartments and be designed to LifetimeOptions Homes for standards. rental, purchase or shared ownership should beTo offer support residents in leading independent, fulfillingfacilities lives, should a be provided within the villagedistance) (or such within as easy restaurants, health /convenience fitness store centre, and communit hair salon. • • services. • The Bramshott www.bramshottplace.co. designed to meet the current andcommunities future have needs wider of benefits: older people, t • Provision should be made for approximately self build plots, enabling people to designhomes. and This construct should their add richness and diversity to these partsRetirement of community In the UK retirement communities are becoming more prevalent, e. Self build

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 24 North Ely Development Framework 25 et onto ’ to serve convenient – spill out ‘ retail hierarchy foodstore sq m net would be an key facilities such as a – 650 - The wider appropriate scale for residents of North Ely without placing undue pressure on the highway network. • which places Ely City Centre at the top Uses The Main Street should include a mix of retail and community uses at ground floor level. Cafes, restaurants and small retail units will be encouraged to the street, creating vitality, social interaction and visual richness. There is an opportunity for the Main Street to be anchored by a modest the new development. The District Council considers that 500 ) 800m as a which chapter. ’ should be integrated into the urban form Manual for Streets ‘ . The urban form, scale and massing of the traditional High Stre foodstore 11 catchment area role and function . Some suggested approaches Figure should be seen as the modelmodest for the proposals ’ Its The Detailing the Place includes existing developments within walking distance ( Scale This should relate to: • centre to serve the local needs of North Ely residents • ‘ shaped by the design principles included in 2 to design are put forward in the Main ‘ ages community ) and Providing a range of homes facilities for all and 11 character areas. s City Centre ’ ’ Highflyer use area should - mixed ’ encouraging Grouping Urban Village ‘ shared services together facilities and Sufficient convenience shopping and All parts of North Ely within 5 mins walk A retail offer in North Ely which does A Main Street mixed use area linked to Development Principles North Ely residents not compete with Ely  other facilities to meet everyday needs of  of the Main Street or astore local convenience   employment and community uses with subsidiary local centres Outcomes market town (Figure Urban form should be modelled on the typical historic core of a small active and vibrant frontage to encourage social interaction and create a sense of place. Design The Main Street should contain an developed along Avenue, but with a strong relationship to Lynn Road. Main Street area The Main Street area should be in appropriate locations such as the development should also make provision for incidental commercial and community uses To further assist the creation ofthriving a community, the Street provide a comprehensive range of local services and facilities. Main Street At the heart of North Ely, a rmission wn ingdonshire s Stationery ’ this must be – It is vital that the retail offer does not compete with Ely city centre demonstrated with a robust and credible retail impact study. ive type This map is reproduced from Ordnanceof Survey Ordnance material Survey with on the behalf pe ofOffice. Crown the copyright. Controller Unauthorised of reproduction Her infringescopyright Majesty Cro and may lead toDistrict prosecution or Council civil Licence proceedings. HDC100022322. Hunt ’ mins walk) of a local corner shop ‘ 5 ( for example above – 400m residential uses - for the Country Park. ’ the distance most people would walk home will need to be carefully balanced to maintain – – . A potential urban design approach for the Main Street area Activity zone ‘ 12 Figure Appropriate locations for small local centres mayand include the Cam Dr Local centres All parts of North Ely should beconvenience store within with shopping. Thus, provision of one ordevelopments more may be required. The mix and level of non ground floor level vitality and viability.

evelopment Framework rth ElyD No 26 North Ely Development Framework 27 . this – – . 1800 new - of these 2001 new jobs jobs over 416 2031 2031 1500 s job density 5,625) ’ 4,100 1,500 jobs per annum) 90 % (or - 45 75 Ely delivered ( this requirement will need to be subject to ongoing monitoring and review at each phase of the development. On this basis the District Council would require the North Ely Development to create some the plan period to However, ideally the District Council would wish to see an increase in Ely ratio. A target of jobs from the development of North Ely would be desirable This is considered to be a reasonable expectation, given that between 2006 jobs per annum. It is recognised that this will be dependent upon market conditions and progress of developments both on this site and elsewhere in Ely, and Some new jobs can be expected to be created within Ely, based on past employment trends in the district. There are a number of commercial and industrial developments across the city, including Lancaster Way, the Station Gateway and the city centre, which have the potential to create an estimated over the period to is a significant proportion of the total jobs requirement but not all. t to – Not ach to . ion on er pers will s growth he outset orkforce the high 2011 ions in Ely strong opportunities % of the to the city 50 and beyond links Creating , but there is the danger ). Further updates on which will enable further 10 ) projects an overall 2011 23,000 2010 city. ’ encouraging Grouping shared services together facilities and dormitory ‘ new jobs jobs across East Cambridgeshire between jobs to be created per new dwelling built. 1,800 range of 0.6 local jobs Offering a commuting, currently involving some . - 12,500 (based on a population increase of An innovative approach to job delivery, providing a rangeEmployment of uses job that do not undermine other key employment locat A minimum of An average of Development Principles     Outcomes maintain and ideally improve the job densityof ratio the in development. Ely from t The District Council also proposes togrowth, seek planning a effectively more for balanced jobs appro as wellneed as to housing. demonstrate Develo in their masterplan proposals how they expec working outside of the district andthe significant commuter strategic congest road network, particularly the A of Ely developing into a levels of out workforce, with even higher levels on theonly newer does housing this estates. result in the more highly skilled sector of the w The District Council is committed totaking increasing place the in scale the of district. job This is because of concerns about Job creation masterplans 2031 these figures are anticipated in Autumn refinement of the data in this section and inform future develop Number of jobs required The East of England forecasting modelincrease ( of Delivery •Provision for pockets of B1 light Achieving this number of jobs in North Ely will be challenging. industrial/office uses within the overall development, potentially in association with The commercial market in Ely is steady but not dynamic. The the Main Street and local centres rather District Council’s Employment Land Study Update (2011) than a major allocation of land for indicates that large scale development of commercial property commercial development which, based on will be challenging in the foreseeable future and smaller past experience in the district, is likely to be developments, offering a variety of unit types, sizes, slow to develop out. specifications and rents/prices may prove more fruitful. Potential number Opportunity Nevertheless the District Council considers it imperative that of new jobs housing growth does not exceed employment growth in Ely. 3 x 1ha business quarters 1,200 25,000 sq ft workhub/ Therefore developers will be required to adopt an innovative 200 business incubator approach towards the provision of new jobs in North Ely. Live/work units 100 Other retail, community 300 and office in North Ely 1,800 Table 3. Job creation opportunities In addition, developers will be expected to demonstrate how residents at North Ely will be encouraged to use public transport services for their journey to work in the city centre, Angel Drove and Lancaster Way and to the railway station. The District Council does not envisage B2 general industrial or B8 warehousing Areas which can be explored in the detailed masterplans include: uses within North Ely as these would

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evelopment Framework rth ElyD No 30 North Ely Development Framework 31 .com/port 16 - secondary in Milton Keynes . php 540 wyattmaclaren 2012 education . The award winning Water 15 16 - FE. Figure Hall Primary School is an outstanding example of aprimary new school which meets the needs of its community and deliversbeautiful, a sustainable building. http://www. folio/Water_Hall. District Council. A site will be identified in the Core Strategy Review in Therefore a new secondary school will not be required in North Ely. However, developers will be expected to provide contributions towards these additional school places. Post Currently, many post students commute to Cambridge for their education. This exacerbates peak time congestion on road and rail. The District Council is keen to find a site in Ely for aand new will require facility developers at North Ely to explore with Cambridgeshire County Council if land may be available for this. school buildings are appropriate to their own unique set of circumstances and sit well within the overall development. Secondary provision The new development will generate a need for approximately school places. This equates to 0.6 Following extensive consultation, Cambridgeshire County Council have agreed that a new secondary school for the district should be delivered in Littleport. This decision is supported by the 5 FE 1 places). 420 FE primary 2 x FE ( FE primary school 2 2 1 x 1 places) or 210 cycling opportunities. The design and architectural layout should ensure that all The District Council will require sufficient land (as determined by the local education authority) to be set aside for the primary schools. Each new school needs to operate as a focal point for thewhere community support services can be located alongside the education provision. Schools should be located to maximise walking and ( Therefore, the development should provide schools (i.e. on either side ofRoad) Lynn and (located east of Lynn Road given the higher proportion of housing expected in that area). This will require discussion with the County Council. Design principles childminding. These requirements should be discussed with Cambridgeshire County Council. Primary provision On the basis of these projections, the development will require forms of entry (FE). The District Council strongly favours the development of smaller primary schools of school playgroups and - FE 0.6 FE 5 7,800 ages community Providing a facilities for all range of homes and encouraging Grouping shared services To develop smaller sized schools To explore options for post 16 Each new primary school to operate together facilities and Estimated population = Primary schools required = Secondary schools required = Development Principles education  where possible  Outcomes  as a focal point for the community create demand for nurseries, pre Early years provision The development at North Ely will • • • level of education provision that will be generated by the new development: The District Council has worked closely with Cambridgeshire County Council to estimate the interaction and are fundamental to the strategic movement within a site and more widely. impact on the economic and community viability of an area. Such facilities foster social Education Educational facilities have a major Making the Connections

The Core Strategy emphasises the need for sustainable transport, As the highway authority, requiring new development to be designed to reduce the need to Cambridgeshire County Council will travel, particularly by car. Encouraging a shift to non-car transport provide transport related modes is also an essential element of the Ely Masterplan vision to advice/support to the District ensure that Ely can develop sustainably with minimal congestion. Council. It would be desirable for potential developers to: Development Principles •Establish shared transport and traffic Locating key models for the North Ely Area facilities close to Integrating green Creating strong housing to space into the links to the city •Identify transport measures that are and beyond maximise walking structure of the required to support growth and when and cycling development opportunities they are needed in the context of the Outcomes whole of North Ely Prioritisation of movement on foot, cycle and by public transport •Set up a costed, phased programme Strong public transport links to other key destinations which coordinates the delivery of transport measures A thriving Main Street where Highflyer Avenue meets the Urban Village character area, that brings together commercial and community uses to create an •Coordinate implementation of the active multi-use frontage with on-street parking and direct access approved travel plans Walkable neighbourhoods, with walking and cycling integral to all development The County Council have indicated Legible transport networks providing safe, easily navigable and logical routes that they will not approve plans for Good, convenient provision for private parking in recognition ofhigh car ownership in this rural area a part of the site without Principal routes designed to accommodate buses consideration of the transport Streets that create a sense of place, where people want to live, work and spend strategy for the wider development. time, provide views to key landmarks and shape the character of North Ely. Walking & cycling Figure 16. Transport context Residents should be encouraged to walk or cycle by the provision of a permeable footpath/cycleway network, integrated with the street layout but segregated from the carriageway, where appropriate. These routes need to be direct, pleasant, attractive and safe to use and should provide safer routes to school. Built form, lighting and landscaping should be designed to N

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Unauthorised reproduction infringes Crown copyright and may lead to prosecutionproceedings. or Huntingdonshire civil District Council Licence HDC100022322. This map is reproduced from Ordnance Survey material with the permission of accommodate buses. Public transport policies for the area will be led by the County Council, in partnership with the District Council, bus operators and developers. Detailed route planning will be by discussion and negotiation between these groups. this requires further testing and a possible mixture of direct and circular bus routes. Developers will be required to carry out further studies to verify this as well as road capacity to . Streets & activity . Walking & cycling 18 17 existing footpaths and bridleways potential new footpaths and bridleways Initial transport studies have indicated appropriate bus routes from North Ely, however accommodate buses in a way that does not also encourage higher vehicle speeds. Bus links will be required from North Ely to key destinations including Ely City Centre, railway station, Princess of Wales Hospital, the secondary school in Littleport and key employment areas such as Lancaster Way. Streets must be designed to Figure Figure of a 11 400m Kings Lynn which for the site should – minute walk). Bus 5 Appropriate provision of shared Provision of safe, secure cycle Safe, convenient pedestrian Carefully designed roads and stops should be positioned at areas of activity on the street. ensure that the majority of development is within bus stop ( approach to the whole site. Masterplans services and extend and enhance coverage as the site develops in phases as part of a holistic frequent, efficient, reliable and viable. The public transport strategy should build on existing travel behaviour to become habitual from the outset. Bus services will need to be services to be available from the earliest stages of development in order to encourage this mode of The movement strategy will provide for public transport Cambridge passes through Ely. Public transport given to linkages with the National Cycleway Route routes would be appropriate for the extension to Ely Country Park and consideration should also be • surfaces Leisure footpaths and cycling and the public transport system • parking streets to limit traffic speeds • network linking to key destinations through consideration of: • designed to include a segregated cycleway. Priority to pedestrians and cyclists can be achieved will be expected. Primary connecting routes through the site must be developer contributions towards the wider cit cycleway network Route structure & hierarchy A careful balance will also be required between the different Whilst a key aim is to encourage a shift to non-car modes, it is movement modes, provision of recognised that in rural areas people have a far greater reliance on safe cycle parking facilities at focal the car. Therefore, provision needs to be made for movement by points, convenient location of bus road and for car parking. stops, and ‘at grade’ pedestrian Upgrades will be required to the local and strategic road networks crossings. to accommodate the additional traffic which will be generated by It is anticipated that the retail and the planned levels of growth. employment functions along the Such upgrades should accommodate residual traffic from the most Main Street will grow organically sustainable scenario for traffic flows to and from the development over time, and the detailed such that they do not over provide for car use. designs will need to demonstrate how this can be achieved. Highflyer Avenue The Main Street should contain an A primary connecting route will be the link from Thistle Corner, Cam active and vibrant frontage to help Drive to Lynn Road and onwards to a new junction onto the A10 – to encourage people to travel the proposed ‘Highflyer Avenue’, ‘Main Street’ and ‘Chettisham through this corridor, provide an Drive’. The complete route will need to be provided in the early avenue for integration and social stages of the development, and the District Council wish to see this cohesion and a sense of place. take place once500 dwellings of the North Ely development have been completed. A key consideration is the impact of development Local streets on Lynn Road, Cam Drive and High Barns. The movement strategy for The route should be designed as a tree lined and multi-functional vehicles on local streets and roads street to be able to take buses and higher traffic flows, but not as a within the development should fast ring road. 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Environmental sustainability One of the cornerstones of the development of North Ely is environmental sustainability. Carbon savings must be top of the agenda for developers, and their strategy and programme for delivering this must be clear.

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Reinforcing the Striving to meet special quality thehighest and character environmental of Ely through standards high quality design

Outcomes All phases of development to meet a minimum of CfSH Level 5 or BREEAM Figure 20. Examples of schemes in a variety of architectural styles which are ‘very good’. Development to be zero already meeting Levels 5 and 6 Code for Sustainable Homes carbon (CfSH Level 6) by 2015 (or www.zerocarbonhub.org. Clockwise from top left: Astling Green, Blackpool: Level equivalent) 5; The CUB Modular Home, Watford: Level 5, Miller Homes Miller Zero Housing A proportion of houses in ‘showcase’ Project, Basingstoke: Level6; Brookwood Farm, Woking: Level 5 developments to be built to the very highest standards energy/CO2, water consumption, Regard will need to be given to Consideration of renewable and low materials, ecology, pollution and any new energy efficiency carbon technology at all scales of waste. standards which may be development introduced in this fast-moving The District Council has Energy efficiency measures to be sector. incorporated into all development incorporated CSH into the planning policy framework1 The sustainability of a scheme Provision of a new sewage treatment requiring all dwellings to be stems from the approach taken works, linked to on site renewables provision designed to the highest possible at the design and layout stage. standard, to a minimum of CSH Developers could consider Incorporation of measures to reduce adopting the Passivhaus ‘fabric the impact of surface water drainage, Level 4. first’ approach: such as measures to make effective Given the scale and importance of N provision for storage and reuse of water www.passivhaus.org.uk/ - this o the site, all development in North r and SuDs t has proven to be a cost effective h Ely should be built to best practice

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Renewable or low carbon energy Renewable or low carbon energy generation onencouraged, site however, is the strongly case for visually intrusivewind turbines elements must su be proven. – and pipework Adaptable spaces vertically / horizontally - Excellent noise insulation provided Use of frame construction techniques Allowing for changes in the mix of Lifetime Homes standard Appropriate window types / sizes for Use of materials that allow for ease of Flexibility in ducting, buildings should be designed to maximise the amount of natural The built form should be strongly influenced by solar orientation the depth and orientation of units and suitable levels of privacy. Solar orientation alterations • between neighbouring rooms and • that allow for easier internal • uses • • different uses cabling to accommodate future technology e.g. charge points for electric vehicles • reuse and maintenance • North Ely should be designed with the capacity to accommodate change: commercial units and community buildings. showcase innovative sustainable design in key locations within each character area, including houses, Sustainable buildings Developers will be encouraged to the influence of sustainable building design. context of Ely, the style ofbuildings the is expected to be contemporary in so far as it reflects Whilst the character of the architecture and the finishing materials should draw on the large scale or communal renewable and low carbon energy infrastructure. the potential for strategic approaches to compliance, such as 2953229/H ideas..html - saving - money - and - Waste water Ecology Sustainable water services Flood risk management Water supply Drainage • • • infrastructure Water strategy A Detailed Water Cycle Strategy has recently been completed for East Cambridgeshire. 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The approach to reducing, re using and recycling waste should be included in a Sustainability Report which A strategic approach to waste management should be undertaken by developers, taking into account the forthcoming Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Minerals and heat exchangers to provide space and water heating, significantly reducing domestic energy requirements. Waste strategy used to minimise the need for artificial heating. Geothermal energy Geothermal energy can be captured through pipes and water systems can contribute to lower domestic running costs and produce no greenhouse gases in operation. Passive solar gain can also be manage community energy systems more efficiently and cheaply. Solar energy Photovoltaic cells and solar hot Service Companies ( Multi Utility Service Companies ( where appropriate. These can install, finance and Consideration should be given to setting up community or public structures such as Energy

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 38 North Ely Development Framework 39 b . - energy ‘ garden.html - facility. are covered with ’ . Example of a rain garden .com/2011/04/rain 24 woodbridgegreenhousesblogger from waste This would create environmental benefits from reducing haulage distances and operational benefits from locating waste reception and reprocessing close together. Green roofs serve several purposes including: absorbing rainwater, providing insulation and creating habitat. Waste water The District Council encourages the provision of a new waste water treatment works (WWTW) in North Ely. However, waste water capacity will need to be considered comprehensively across the whole of North Ely and in the context of capacity on the existing network and at existing treatment works to develop an appropriate joint solution. There may be opportunities to co locate other waste management facilities e.g. a household waste recycling centre or small Figure http:// logspot Green roofs vegetation and a growing medium and planted over a waterproofing membrane. e as and ded al - - need od risk ) have draining - 2010 solution. SuDS ) are systems designed to biodiversity. SuDS Rain gardens improve water quality ). 24 off through collection, storage and - off from the site. - try to replicate natural drainage systems off, provide localised flood control, are aesthetically - to be more widely accepted. The Environment is a planted depression that allows rainwater run SuDS SuDS . Hampton, Peterborough: former clay pits form lakes which serve 23 to be absorbed (Figure rain garden pleasing, and encourage wildlife and A off by filtering run At the building scale, rain gardens andto green help roofs reduce can run be provi Rain gardens and green roofs of areas with ecological value and reusecommunity of for water irrigation. within the loc flood risk will be managed. Such local water management features should encourage creation Agency has produced guidance, presenting a widestudies range showcasing of different case techniques. A Surface Waterand Drainag Flood Risk Strategy will be required to clarify how drainage environment. Recent changes to legislation (Flood Management Act enabled drainage. away surface water run cleaning before allowing it to be slowly released back into the Sustainable Drainage Systems ( reduce the potential impact of development on surface water Flood risk & water management Sustainable Drainage Systems potable water uses e.g. flushing toilets. Thisfor will surface lead drainage to infrastructure, less will assist inand reducing will flo reduce demand for mains water. Reusing rainwater Captured rainfall can be used for watering plants and for non attractive natural features and an integral part of the Figure s r f for l ich ctive distinctive character and s ’ neighbourhoods grouped around walkable Chettisham . The development framework identifies six ’ Drive. The proposed land uses and the location ofThe new need facilities to retain The position on the northern edge of Ely and the surrounding The topography of the site The need to create Existing and proposed movement corridors The range of traditional urban forms in and around Ely character areas build upon the character areas to providearchitectural more guidance. detailed • • separate identity Each of the character areas will havetogether a will distinctive create identity, a wh strong senseeach of of place. the The character broad areas concept is described in thisPlanning framework. applications which do not clearly meetstrategy the for design each of the character areas will be refused. The character areas have been conceiveddevelopment to forms allow within for each a specific variety character o stage area. At design guidance a late in the form of design codes or similar wil The character areas take into account aincluding: number of factors • landscape • • public transport routes • • The potential distribution of these characterthe areas composite are shown plan on shown on pages 8 and 9. Chettisham Appropriate set backs for development andwill avenues create of a street strong tree identity and green character. Character Areas Housing should respond to the inherentconstraints opportunities within and different parts of the‘ site to provide distin character areas: where it coincides with the Urban Village character area) and ’ the character distinctive design - s ’ high quality and of Ely through Avenue special quality Reinforcing the Chettisham Highflyer ‘ Century, which should highest st standards the 21 environmental Striving to meet Innovative, quality buildings and Retention of Streets and public realm designed to Provision for different character areas Retention of important views in and character of North Ely existing Lynn Road, the new tree lined (parts of which will be designated as a Main Street coding will promote the sensitive use of traditional building materials in a contemporary manner. Three streets will be critical in helping define the distinctive Any new buildings and spaces will need to respect the traditional urban form and character of Ely, and the sites position on the edge of the built up area. To achieve this design out of Ely and creation offeatures landmark  character and separate identity.  create a distinctive character for the community  within North Ely  Outcomes  spaces at the cutting edge of design,well as as respect for the traditionalform urban and character of Ely the deliver innovative, quality buildings and spaces at the cutting edge of design. Development Principles Character and local distinctiveness North Ely is a development for Detailing the Place

evelopment Framework rth ElyD No 40 High Quality Design Understanding design scale The quality of North Ely will impact on The important aspects of design are considered at different all aspects of life for its residents. How scales – gradually focusing in from the overall environment well it is designed will influence how and surrounding area (the context of the site), its setting and safe people feel, how easy it is to walk public realm, the building scale, and finally the small details. around, whether they have shops, National best practice community facilities and schools nearby and whether their children The vision for North Ely is for an exemplar development have safe places to play. showcasing best practice of a quality that would be recognised nationally and that stands comparison with Ely’s It will also affect whether there is heritage. The District Council invites developers to strive for good access to public transport and a award winning quality in design. good choice of homes in which to live.

What is urban design? "the art of shaping the interaction between, people and places, environment and urban form, and nature and built fabric, and influencing the processes which lead to successful villages, towns and cities." Source: Kevin Campbell & Robert Cowan in Planning (Feb 1999)

North Ely must embody the Figure 26. Hereward Hall, March, Cambridgeshire – 2009 Housing principles of good urban design. Design Award winner. http://www.hdawards.org/ Design quality is about more than A comprehensive approach is required to achieve this vision. appearance; it is a combination of This framework sets out the overall development outcomes functionality (how well the for North Ely. It will be completed by detailed masterplanning development achieves its purpose); to inform individual applications. Design codes will be used at impact (how well it creates a sense of the reserved matters stage to guide detailed design. place); and build quality. Figure 25 The District Council has adopted illustrates that the greater the overlap the Cambridgeshire Quality between the three, the higher the Charter for Growth. This design quality. N o

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development proposals. o r k The Council will also encourage the submission of draft proposals to the Cambridgeshire Quality Panel. Figure 25. Aspects of design quality. 41 and planning . Public art in Ely. 28 defined in more detail following further site analysis and baseline work for the subsequent strategic masterplans applications. It is expected that this detailed work will result in a more finely grained pattern of character areas. Tree lined streets/ public realm The quality of the public realm will play an important role in defining the character of North Ely. This will include street tree planting and open spaces/ squares on the key streets within the development. The design framework proposes a number of locations for open spaces and squares. These provide opportunities for social interaction. The best public spaces have areas of activity complemented by quiet zones for people watching. Character areas The character areas of North Ely which are introduced on the following pages will need to be Figure d r ). ries s. A area 2001 it will be important – Drive and other key s rural context. ’ Chettisham Avenue, s Church but without question it is the ’ in and out – Highflyer . A glimpse of the Cathedral. 27 (e.g. a church spire). This development framework supports the provisionlandmarks. of The new detailed masterplan prepared as development goes forward will identify positions and typespublic of art local strategy landmark will also be required at this stage. Local landmarks can comprise key feature buildings,mature spaces, trees, and public works ofdevelopment. art They placed should at be points located in to the emphasisethe key termination vistas, of or a view, or as a focusA to landmark the could area. be not only aof distinctive buildings building, but group a or taller se one, designed to be seen over a wider Landmarks and legibility Clear landmarks and distinct features contribute toidentity the of a image an place, and help peopledifferent identify areas and and remember thereby orientate themselves. document, will provide good visual links fromCathedral North and Ely the to surrounding the fen landscape to maintain a visual connection with Ely The development framework also protects the quintessential views identified by the Ely Environmental Capacity Study ( The layout of streets and the open spaces network, as proposed in this silhouette of the Cathedral stands outsingle on tower the at skyline, the with west its endThere and are octagonal other lantern distinguishing to landmarks the in east. Elytowers such and as St the Mary wate Cathedral that dominates views. Important views The City of Ely is visible overposition significant on distances an due island to within its a fen landscape. The distinctive Figure

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 42 North Ely Development Framework 43 back - frontage, in holding and small scale - tting with generous set connected streets that respond - build or individual bespoke - pattern of the fen edge. s that provide opportunities to grow rural context, giving ample opportunity t character in Ely are the largersoft, houses heavily on landscaped transition ws for a range of dwelling types that will d a residential environment that is eastern and northern parts of North Ely, ownership, small rn and northern edges of the ntributes to the exemplary sustainable , as well as the interface between Arcadia ea of older houses on Witchford Road in ng character where trees and hedges play xploit the low to medium densities e urban area, and the Country Park and the ented with a suitable new landscape structure. storted grid of well dscape. and scope for individually designed dwellings. ture that achieves a significant density of trees and of some street views with green spaces or trees nted boundaries. s defined by their principal and detail characteristics, storey dwellings at low to medium density (up to - street. lane. - - 8 metres), with garages and outbuildings set behind the dwelling - detached predominantly single or 2 - plot with visitor parking on plot with visitor parking on storey dwellings at low density (up to 8dph) designed for the se - - - that respond to the topography and landscape/field cultivation ’ horticulture, orchards, large gardens or wildlife habitat, self ’ back for dwellings (e.g. 7 - Lanes ‘ Character Areas sufficiency - Residents parking on Existing landscape features retained where possible and supplem Medium set Detached and/or semi Residential streets that offer a clear hierarchy of street type Residential development set in an easily permeable loose and di Residents parking on Access via Detached single or 2 Residential development set in a strong overall landscape struc self • • 20dph), with common architectural style for groups of dwellings • generous garden plots with planted frontage boundaries. rather than buildings. • to topography and solar orientation. • varied by greens and street spaces, street trees and termination proposed, offering residents the chance toexemplary, live comprising: in both homes an • food and provide highly sustainable green infrastructureaims that of co these parts of Northbe Ely. designed The with low very to high medium sustainability density credentials allo that can e Ely. It will provide a spaciousan suburban important environment role, with together a with stro gardens and communal green area and will be the interface toand the the countryside other edge character in areas. some places An existing example of this form of development in Ely is the ar Green Living Character Area The Green Living character area is predominantly located in the • • • frontage (e.g. 20 metres) in large garden plots with planted fro • hedges, and allows views into the adjoining Country Park and lan for large plot based ownership including for‘ example equestrian dwellings comprising: surrounding rural context. Existing examples ofCambridge this Road that developmen back onto thebetween Golf the Course. It urban area, will and provide the a Country Park and the surrounding development. It will provide a soft, heavily landscaped transition between th Arcadia Character Area The Arcadia character area will occupy a proportion of the easte Suburbia Arcadia Green living

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 44 North Ely Development Framework 45 in i.e. able to 35dph) – - – formal easily navigable grid of - s set behind the dwelling frontage, istoric and new suburban residential velopment of North Ely. given the proximity of these locations homes, services and appropriate ery sustainable type of development that relatively lower density developments in ty character areas proposed towards the ate in two locations in North Ely ds, combined with excellent public character areas, and is the interface will need to provide for a range of residents use that mixes well designed and adaptable ment that will aim to achieve the best of this fe streets and routes to school and other in a semi d employment. particularly education and community buildings. d type of development in Ely are Norfolk storey dwellings at medium density (30 that are well overlooked and adaptable - – community activities. North Ely. e for individually designed dwellings, particularly trees in appropriately designed community spaces, oof gardens for apartments. ’ d. ngs their principal and detail characteristics. civic ‘ backs, with both common and mixed architectural styles for - 3 storey with scope for apartments over other ground floor - street. - plot and away from street frontage. Parking areas to be designed - work units and possibly some apartments that are adaptable and - plot with visitor parking on - higher density (around 40dph), 2 - street, resident parking on - defined building line with limited set - detached and terraced single or predominantly 2 - back for dwellings (e.g. 5 metres), with garages and outbuilding - Character Areas detached and terraced dwellings, live - Retain existing trees where possible with new street and Visitor parking on Strong continual Formal streets that are well connected to the streetSemi network of Residential development, with education, community buildings an Existing trees retained where possible with street trees plante Residents parking on Modest set Streets that offer a clear hierarchy of street typesDetached, defined semi by Residential development with education and community buildings, • with a more urban design approach toaccommodate streets a / variety community of spaces uses by different age groups and local groups of buildings, with scope for individually designed buildi • scale with the location. uses and rear gardens for dwellings and shared garden• space or r • • extendable. Medium the riverside area of Ely. The area(s) will comprise: • employment. The mix of dwelling typeswill offer and community land facilities uses to enables new a and v transport. existing Existing neighbourhoo examples of this form of development are the adjoining Lynn Road and the area betweento Cam strategic Drive highways and and the public A10, transport routes. Each Urban Village area will provide mixed use development with Urban Village Character Area The Urban Village character area has been identified as appropri • dwellings in garden plots with planted frontage boundaries. • with common architectural style for groupseducation of and dwellings community and buildings. scop • • • community facilities. It will comprise: • connecting streets. environments in Ely, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia andbut the cater UK. predominantly It for families, with idealfamily layout housing and of land different types and sizes, with open space, sa outer parts of North Ely. ExistingRoad examples and of Lynton this Close. intensity It an will providetype a of suburban development living drawing environ elements from some of the favoured h between the existing modern neighbourhoods of Ely and the newSuburbia de also has a role being located between other lower densi Suburbia Character Area The Suburbia character area is located next to the Urban Village Civic & Business Quarter Main Street Urban Village

evelopment Framework orth Ely D N 46 North Ely Development Framework 47 nts. ans are s Street, ’ street parking. - as well as the ’ Avenue, and forms , interspersed along the population Highflyer ‘ Form centre. scale local centre in the Urban th - workhubs pe setting and identity together with buildings and uses on St Mary n the west of North Ely between the new n Road with f the city, the area will need to set the right to a small e buildings on the Cambridgeshire Business as and the street with limited on employment , including wellings that are adaptable and extendable, of the Main Street Character area A10. with scope for apartments over other ground floor hicles are minimised in this area of higher activity. network of North Ely. 8 metres). o the landscape structure of the adjoining areas. tions andanew6 - ngs, particularly community buildings. hops, together with off street parking for when longer ices. backs, with both common and mixed architectural styles for - and footpaths. Avenue junction to ensure that the needs and safety of pedestri scale retail activity which serves the needs of North Ely reside - cycleways back from the street (e.g. 7 - Highflyer storeys with buildings set - Character Areas site parking areas located on plot and separated from public are - Careful design of the Lynn Road/ On street parking to allow for short term visits to the local s Potential for community open space/green areas as a key feature Easy access to the Main Street area by Strong continual defined building line with limited set Semi detached, terraced, live work and possibly some apartment d A mix of residential, local shops, community and employment uses Appropriately considered building and landscape frontage to the On New street trees and well designed plot landscape that fits int Formal roads and streets that are well connected toUp the to street 3 B1 uses, hotel and facilities, food store and otherRelocated retail/serv civic services such as police, fire and ambulance sta • maximised, and potential for conflict between pedestrians and ve • visits are required. • groups of buildings, with scope for individually designed buildi • uses; shared garden space or roof gardens for apartments. • Main Street. • medium to higher densities (around 40dph), two and three storey Existing examples of this form of developmentEly. include The the area mix will of comprise: • The Main Street character area is focusedthe at area where the there junction is of a Lyn focus of small Main Street Character Area • • • • • • • Existing examples of this intensity ofPark. development As in a Ely gateway are th to thestandard A10 of for design North for Ely the and location. existing The parts area(s) o will comprise: hotel, food and other retail. The locationVillage area of would business provide uses access next to retailresidents of and North services for Ely. the A10 access junction and the Main Street. It can provide business employment, together with strong landsca Civic and Business Quarter Character Area The Civic and Business Quarter character area has been located i a comprehensive transport applications will be considered. It will also be important tothe rationalise approach to green infrastructure, energy and waste strategies, public consultation and ongoing community engagement, not only as development proposals approach the planning application stage, but throughout the implementation of this major development opportunity. In order to ensure delivery ofinfrastructure all requirements, the which this development will require, the District Council wishes to see an overarching Infrastructure Delivery Plan, to be approved by the District Council but developed jointly by the various land owner interests in the site, priorsubmission to of the any planning applications at North Ely. Cambridgeshire County Council and the various landowners and their agents. This will enable a joint approachtaken to towards be issues such as transport, energy, waste and water strategies and to resolve issues such as treatmentLynn of Road where the North Ely Development Framework proposals cross the land ownership boundaries. It would also result in improved sustainability and potential for economies of scale in provision of infrastructure facilities. It has been noted already that Cambridgeshire County Council will require strategy to be in place forNorth the Ely whole site before individual planning ) to he nt l il, ll lanning age and reserved ilities, impact of ing which plies with ticipated delivery future facilities, ication amework services and the whole ted across the ite will be ns will be the key aspects the scheme. ture and al that these nable the City to s wider review ’ proposals and a partnership approach – . Work will then be progressed to enable the . , with formal approval of the revised Local Plan 2011 2013 2012 site wide transport, green infrastructure and energy strategies eg s existing heritage. ’ Provision for community engagement and consultation at planning Viable development schemes where the mix of uses, infrastructure Provision for future management and maintenance of community fac Appropriate overarching strategies for relevant infrastructure, Contributions from developers towards on and off site community A coordinated approach to the delivery of development, which com Outline planning applications supported by strategic masterplann public open space, public realm andservices other in appropriate North infrastruc Ely  application stages, and throughout all implementation stages of services and infrastructure developments that are essentialaccommodate to this e growth.  strategy, developer contributions and phasing havesite been in coordina the most cost effective way,principles whilst of still the achieving North the Ely Development Framework.  the North Elymatters development, applications. and provide the basis forfacilities, subsequent ( support the newsubmissions community can be assessed. created and against which individual p  the North Ely Development Framework proposalssite. and principles for  demonstrate how the application site contributes toof and delivers the Northenvironmental impact Ely assessments Development which respond Framework; to include the cumulative transport, drain Exemplar development showcasing best practice ofwould a be quality recognised that nationally and thatCity stands comparison with t Outcomes Vision in early Summer obtained in early Delivery mechanisms The District Council believes that successfuldependent delivery upon of a this partnership s approach between the District Counc This North Ely Development Framework willpolicy be in adopted September as Council adoption of the Development Framework asPlanning a Document formal (subject Supplementary to future governmentPlans). guidance This on will Loca take place alongsideof the the District East Council Cambridgeshire Core Strategy, a draft of which is an Next steps coordinated and comprehensive approach is takenof to the the site. developme It is anticipateddelivered that for separate the planning different applicatio areas ofare the compliant site, with but the it principles is of essenti document this for overall North development Ely. fr This section sets out guidance forprocess, applicants design regarding excellence, the strategic appl phasing principlesmanagement and of the the North Ely development.continue The to District work Council with wi the potential developers to ensure that a Implementation & Delivery

velopment Framework th ElyDe Nor 48 North Ely Development Framework 49 strategic Local Plan Review & CIL/ S106 – and BfL and other planning application stage outline (development of design codes) Design evolution Reserved matters applications (detailed design codes, other supporting documents) Development (construction, monitoring and management) Delivery Coordination Board Infrastructure Delivery Plan Outline planning applications (with masterplans supporting documents) North Ely Development Framework At agreed, then applicants will need totheir submit infrastructure, details facilities of and services proposalsdemonstrate to that they will not prejudiceproposals the and overall principles of the NorthFramework. Ely In Development addition the following will be required: • masterplanning which demonstrate how the application site contributes to and deliversaspects the of key the North Ely Development Framework, Figure 29. Summary of process issues and access statements, transport assessments, environmental statements, retail impact assessments, flood risk assessments and drainage strategies, sustainability assessments, and waste/energy renewal strategies. If an overarching jointstrategy infrastructure and delivery plan has not been previously through both the for the major areas to withapplicants masterplans application discussions and Planning Performance - Planning submissions should be supported inway the with usual appropriate documentation, including: design development schemes. Planning application documents Quality Review Panel throughout the planand development application process. This is anservice independent through review which peers can comment on major promotion and build out of development at North Ely. The District Council will also encourageweight and on place the continued use of the Cambridgeshire pre application and application stages, andencourage to the sharing of appropriate informationliaison and between the various parties through the Pre Agreements will be encouraged by theto District guide Council discussions It is anticipated that planning applicationsareas for of different the site will cometo forward the separately different according land ownerships. Environment Agency and others as appropriate. Development management overall development activity for the site,stakeholders involving for key the site, including agenciesCambridgeshire such County as Council, Anglian Water, the provision. East Cambridgeshire District Council will setEly up Delivery a Coordination North Board to coordinate the respective strategic share information, to consider cumulative impactsto and propose coordinated approaches to infrastructure working between the landowners of theEly major sites North in any individual planning submissions. Specifically, the District Council will expect the integrated strategic infrastructure solutions. The District Council will expect to see evidence of joint contributions to reflect this approach. The District Council will resist piecemealplanning and applications, ad which hoc fail to deliver coherent and Council will expect individual planning applicationsbe to accompanied by an Infrastructure Deliveryrelevant Plan to the whole site and for developer by all the landowners and thewould statutory facilitate authorities, the development management process. If there is not an overarching delivery plan, the District forward at each phased stage byprovide the a applicants. guide It against would which individualcan applications be assessed and development of such a plan, agreed This would set out how eachdevelopment, of infrastructure, the services elements and of facilities, the some of which are still to be defined, will be brought (EIA 2011 ). This requires ) makes provision for . 2011 2009 2030 dwellings, with provision for additional houses in North Ely. Mechanisms to be considered to A balance of provision between facilities to ensure that the new development is sustainable. This is likely to require the early establishment of the Main Street areas where the majority of commercial and community facilities are focused. • enable the provision of quality commercial and retail facilities and Phasing strategy principles Currently the adopted Core Strategy ( 500 The North Ely Development Framework will inform the review of the Core Strategy which is underway at the time of writing, through which it is anticipated that the site allocation for North Elybe will increased up to approximately 3,000 phased development over the period to Further research and testing is required to advise the development of the detail of the phasing strategies but the following principles are expected to be demonstrated in applicants submissions and proposals: • new housing, employment, commercial and community The information to be included in the EIA is provided in Theand Town Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations Regulations the applicant to consider cumulative effects, i.e. the environmental effects of the proposed development when assessed in combination with other planned/approved developments. The cumulative assessment should reflect the level of information available on other plans and projects, and identify any source of uncertainty in determining the scale and nature of the cumulative effects. ) g of the cture and rved evolution proposed, subsequent ents will be e quality of pment sing, .org s set out in use, access on EIA, which inciples and il should be ate how they ic masterplan are presented t will be high standards n the statutory bodies open space and Building for Life - istent high design masterplans buildingsforlife criteria of the Buildings for 20 www. demonstrating compliance with the – preparation and approval of design codes for each – , and with the principles of development set out in this Reserved Matters Applications Design Evolution Ely Railway Station Due to the size of thethe development District area Council and considers type that of Environmental development required Impact to Assessm support these major applications.approached The for District a Counc Scoping Opinion atoutlines the the outset opinion of of each the applicati localon authority the and approach statutory and / content non of each EIA. Life national standards. Applicants will behave expected incorporated to high demonstr standards of designprocess throughout and the how design these will bemaintenance. carried If through the to applicant completions is and notexpected the to developer, set the out applican what stepsare will carried be forward taken by to subsequent ensure developers thatmaintenance. to the completions and The Design and Access Statements shoulddesign provide to the be basis controlled for through th subsequentMatters Design applications, Codes based and on Rese a setthe of spatial design masterplan(s). parameters and pr The statements should take into account the assessments to be completed at this stage. ( The District Council would prefer toproduced see for one the overarching whole strateg site.then If the a District series Council of will strategic requiremasterplans to see consistency betwee Development Framework. individual phase of development in accordancethe with North the Ely principle Development Framework.need These for are high required quality in design view inthroughout this this historic long city, term and development. for cons • approved design codes. The District Council will also require Framework; a series of parameter plans/strategiesand covering movement, land landscape and open space,heights density, with maximum site buildin sections, urban designmanagement framework, and proposed maintenance pha proposals for publiccommunity realm, facilities infrastru and proposals for community engagement. • indicating the proposed location of landlandscaping uses, and roads, demonstrating services, how this fits the North Ely Develo

velopment Framework th ElyDe Nor 50 services in the early stages of development when the critical mass of the local successful solutions being brought population may not be sufficient for commercial viability, but provision of the forward for the A142 and further service for new residents would be desirable. traffic modelling work will be •An appropriate mix of housing development at each phase required by the developers as part of their submissions in order to •Delivery of a primary school facility and other appropriate community facilities help inform Cambridgeshire early in the first development phase. County Council’s decisions on this. •Early establishment of Highflyer Avenue to avoid unacceptable traffic pressures on Lynn Road/High Barns in the early stages of the development. It is Developer contributions anticipated that the provision of the full link across from Thistle Corner to the A10 will be triggered by the development of over 500 houses, subject to The Core Strategy establishes the detailed transport assessments submitted with outline planning applications. requirement for planning •Early establishment of public transport, footpath/cycleway linkages to the rest obligations relating to the phasing of Ely, including the City Centre, Station and Lancaster Way, and innovative of development and the early travel planning measures to encourage new residents to adopt more provision of on site and off site sustainable modes of transport from the outset infrastructure and facilities, to •Advanced structural landscaping, tree and shrub planting to enable early include land, capital and initial establishment of the green infrastructure. running costs (Policy S4 •Phasing of the development to take account of the services, facilities and Developer Contributions). Further infrastructure available on a citywide basis and ensure that these have the details are set out in the capacity to support the new levels of housing proposed at each phase. Developer Contributions and Planning Obligations SPD, approved February 2011. During each phase there will be improvements to utilities in discussion with the operating companies to ensure sufficient capacity is available or new capacity Developers will be expected to provided. Developers should note that discussions will be required with Anglian contribute towards the cost of Water regarding the timing and phasing of development in relation to the infrastructure and community capacity of the sewerage systems to accommodate these, particularly in view services and facilities where this is of previous Anglian Water advice that major new development should not necessary to make the come forward until post 2015. development acceptable in The phasing timetable will also be dependent upon the resolution of the planning terms, and to address problems of the congestion at the railway crossing with the A142 in the south the impacts of the site’s of the City. Proposals for a potential Southern Link Road to the south of Ely are development on the local social, under consideration and traffic modelling has demonstrated that this would do economic and physical much to relieve congestion from future development in the City including infrastructure. developments in North Ely. The detailed phasing of the stages of the North Ely development beyond 500 dwellings will, therefore, also be dependent upon Contributions are likely to be required in one or more of four The low bridge near Ely railway station causes large vehicles to back up, ways: preventing cars and small vehicles from using the underpass •Direct provision of essential, N

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may be pooled o r k •Payments via the forthcoming Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). 51 to take over long organisations term responsibility for such areas. It is unlikely that the District Council will be seeking to take over management of significant assets. weight in assessing planning applications. The management and maintenance of the various facilities and land uses, particularly areas of open space, woodland, community facilities and the country park will require particular consideration. Such uses do not normally generate significant revenue and this will need to be recognized in determining the scale of developer contributions. It may be appropriate to consider community based management solutions that allows residents / occupiers to have a greater input into the long term stewardship of the infrastructure and community facilities. Alternatively developers may wish to discuss what arrangements can be made with the City ofCouncil Ely and other relevant local Future management and maintenance Consideration should be given at an early stage to the future management arrangements for the North Ely infrastructure and facilities. Long term community management arrangements will be crucial to the long term sustainability of the new community. Planning submissions will be required to provide details of the proposed long term management and maintenance delivery plans for the development. A site wide comprehensive approach to long term stewardship arrangements will be given more - . as 16 - n ecision raising. Levy (CIL) with intended facilities and o support the . ities. sports centres, . m waste s, community nd post will need to be by October he development telecoms including gation measures, es, emergency infrastructure, infrastructure, both bus and – cycleway cycleway school, primary schools and potentially post - ordination Board, to enable a coordinated approach to and also contribution towards rail station - – centres, childcare facilities, youth activities, cultural servic facilities, community recycling centres. Public Art Long term management and maintenance of selectedinfrastructure facilities and Drainage and flood prevention Utility services such as electricity, gas, water,broadband foul provision. drainage, 30% affordable housing. Recreation and open space, including play areas,specialist playing sports fields, facilities, nature conservation, wildlife miti community woodlands, allotments, meadows and paddocks etc Community facilities including healthcare, library, meeting hall On site educational facilities, pre 16 schooling, encompassing capital, fitting and setting upOff costs site educational facilities, including combined,schooling secondary and a encompassing capital, fitting and setting upWaste/recycling costs facilities, including a sewage works/ energyfacility, fro if this is demonstrated to beCountry a park required facility, element including for both t managed and informal facil community transport, car parks and travel planning andOff awareness site highway infrastructure, pedestrian and including rights of way and the proposedPublic Southern transport Link provision Road. linking directly from thecommunity site transport improvements. Funding of joint research studies or otherwork implementation of work the t Delivery Co the development. On site highway infrastructure, pedestrian and                Indicative list of items requiring developer contributions The likely range of infrastructure, servicesaddressed and is facilities set that out overleaf.a However guideline please only, note and that should this not is which be the regarded District as Council binding may on make anycontributions, in d nor respect is of the negotiations list o comprehensiveinfrastructure in requirements terms which of may all apply. the Since early 2010, the District CouncilCambridgeshire has Horizons, been the working County closely Council andDistrict Huntingdonshire Council as part of aPilot vanguard Project Community and Infrastructure it is anticipated2012. that a CIL will be in place Stagecoach currently operate 3 regular bus services in Ely

velopment Framework th ElyDe Nor 52 North Ely Development Framework 53 - and Stansted . includes Huntingdon, . regional economic - spaces, ranging from informal natural and wildlife areas to more managed areas such as parks, gardens, allotments and orchards, which provide for recreation, sustainable growth, healthy lifestyles and quality of life. building control, leisure and community services. EEDA East of England Development Agency The former Regional Development Agency tasked with improving the economic performance of the East of England by promoting sustainable economic growth and regeneration. GCP Greater Cambridge Partnership A sub partnership (SREP) covering a 25 mile radius around Cambridge. The subregion Ely, Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill, Royston, Wisbech Green Infrastructure Natural and manmade green Masterplan, and provides the basis upon which prospective developers can prepare their site specific masterplans DPD Development Plan Document A document prepared by the District Council as part of theA LDF. DPD forms part ofDevelopment the Plan Statutory having been through independent Examination. ECDC East Cambridgeshire District Council District level tier of local government administration, responsible for a range of services including development planning, environmental health, housing, - term spatial vision - product heat that is - the by development of the urban extension for North Ely. It developswhich the was vision set out in the Ely Food shops and supermarkets. County Wildlife Site Site of county significance for wildlife DEFRA Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Central government department. Development Framework In this context, a document whichout sets the principles that will guide the compared with around 50% from conventional electricity generation. It is often used to supply community heating, hot water and air conditioning locally and thus also avoids transmission and distribution losses. Comparison Retailing Shops selling items such as clothes, shoes, electrical goods, but not food items. Convenience Retailing currently under review and will, in future, be known as the East Cambridgeshire Local Plan. CHP Combined Heating and Power Systems Combined Heat and Power is aefficient fuel energy technology that utilises normally wasted to the environment. CHP can increase the overall efficiency of fuel use to more than 75%, Community Infrastructure Levy A proposed tariff system that the Government is introducing as a more efficient means of obtaining developer contributions toward infrastructure provision. Core Strategy One of a suite of documentslocal within development the framework, which sets out the long for the district, strategic policies and development control policies. It is CIL new s ’ organisation level tier of local ’ ensuresustainable Glossary parish ‘ continuous improvement in sustainable, energy efficient, carbon neutral houses. It was launched in December 2006. A national standard for use indesign the and construction of new homes with a view to encouraging CSH Code for Sustainable Homes City of Ely Council Local government administration. authorities, with the aim of improving the quality of the development being proposed. sites and provides independent advice to developers/clients and their design teams, and local Cambridgeshire Quality Panel This panel reviews major growth benefits for both the new and existing residents. The has now been closed down. communities are built throughout the County, and that the associated new services and facilities have Cambridgeshire Horizons role was to bring together all the elements of growth to Disposal, and County Farms Estate within East Cambridgeshire District. Cambridgeshire Horizons and Heritage, Social Services, Roads and Traffic, Environment, Strategic Planning, Trading Standards, Waste Council Cambridgeshire County Council is responsible for Education, Libraries CCC Cambridgeshire County A nationally recognized measure used to describe a building environmental performance. BREEAM BRE Environmental Assessment Method pedestrians. that have an s main reception. A ’ organisations Documents prepared by the District Council can be translated. Requests for the translation of policy documents can be made at the Council language line is available for short documents and enquiries. There is no charge for this service. supporting information to the policies in the development plan document (DPD). It can coverrange a of issues, thematic or site specific and provides further detail about the proposed policies in the main DPD. Sustainable Development Development which enables people to satisfy their needs and secure quality of life without compromising the quality of life for future generations. SuDS Sustainable Drainage Systems Drainage systems which seek to reduce the environmental impact of surface water discharges from new development. SUSTRANS A charity dedicated to improving access for cyclists and Language translation stakeholders and other interested parties will be consulted and involved in the preparation of individual planning applications. Stakeholder Private individual, local interest groups, local councils, public authorities, utility companies, and other interest in development and/or the site. Statutory Required by law (statute), usually through Act of Parliament. SPD Supplementary Planning Document A document which provides approach. ’ localism ‘ of the favour Statement of Community Involvement Document setting out how and when and working locally. The District Council aims to have 50% ofliving people locally also working in Ely. SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest The designation of an area asgives an legal SSSI protection to wildlife and or geological features of the area. Natural England is responsible for designation. SCI Section 106 Agreement Legal agreement between a Local Authority and developer in order to secure contributions (in cash or kind) towards the provision of infrastructure and services that are necessary to facilitate a proposed development. e.g. provision of highways. Self Containment In this document self sufficiency refers to employment self sufficiency. It is the proportion of residents both living Demand for this funding is high. RSS Regional Spatial Strategy The Regional Spatial Strategy prepared by the former East of England Regional Assembly which set out policies for the future ofto the 2021. region Both the Regional Assembly and the RSS have now beenin abolished S106 Statutory Body comprising the former English Nature, Countryside Agency and the Rural Development Service. RFA Regional Funding Allocations Central government funding provided via the Department for Transport for capital enhancements on the Highways Agency strategic road network and rail network that areotherwise not proposed for delivery through national programmes. Natural England which tonnes ) that set DPDs s transport ’ organisations and proposals for the . s ’ HGV used by more than just ause. single For land example, retail and leisure uses at ground level with residential above. for the County infrastructure over a set time period. Mixed Use Mixed use areas are where itbe would appropriate for the land to be prosperity in the sub region. LTP Local Transport Plan A strategy and plan prepared by Cambridgeshire County Council setting out the improvement plans will be replaced by Local Plans. LEP Local Enterprise Partnership Public/private partnerships set up to help lead business growth and A series of separate Development Plan Documents ( outpolicies development and use of the landthe in District. The national local planning framework is currently changing and in due course these growth, administered locally by Cambridgeshire Horizons. LDF Local Development Framework HGF Housing Growth Fund A grant fund previously available from the Department for Communities and Local Government to promote housing HCVs Heavy Commercial Vehicles Goods vehicles over 3.5 gross vehicle weight. Also known as HA Housing Associations Not for profit provide social housing.

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 54 s vision for an exemplar urban ’ ve consultation with the local the subsequent SPD view, the policies will be subject to y are accessible. l and views over the surrounding fen landscape. imise walking and cycling opportunities, provide and Lynn Road. pment next to the A10. ce of a quality that would be recognised A10 with Thistle Corner. nfrastructure. e to structure the development. for all ages. The development will be expected to nced community, including affordable housing s reflecting the landscape and proximity to services. including an element of sheltered/supported housing character of Ely through high quality design. Country Park, along the eastern and northern edges car and cycle parking. This will be achieved by: ies of linear hubs. f the development by: vered alongside housing. s existing heritage. There will be a phased approach to ’ . neighbourhood minimising walking distance to facilities. walkable Chettisham Designing the development as a Focusing higher densities of development aroundGrouping local local hubs. facilities and services alongFocusing the neighbourhood Avenue retail in around a the ser junction of the Avenue Delivering a Country Park, with strong links to the existing Ely Continuing the green buffer along theTree western lined edge streets. of the develo Community allotments located through the development so that the Reserving 30 to 40%of theIncorporating area a as green public grid open of space open and space green and i green infrastructur Comply with guidance in the NorthComply Ely with Development design Framework codes and to beDeliver approved a by range the of District distinct Council. characterRetain areas the and separate housing identity densitie of Provide a tree lined avenue, frontedDeliver by landmark development, buildings linking in the appropriate locations. Orientate development to take advantage of views of Ely Cathedra Primary schools with maximum 2 formsCommunity of centre entry About 3,000 houses A mix of housing that meets local needs and helps deliver a20% bala of homes suitable for elderlyOpportunities and for people self with build disabilities, homes Within North Ely development will begood designed accessibility and to located public to transport, max and• provide appropriate • • • • of the development. • • • Policy NE5 Accessible facilities and services Policy NE4 Green Infrastructure In North Ely green space will• be integrated into the structure o • • • • • • • • • • Policy NE3 Quality Development in North Ely will reinforceDevelopment the will special be quality expected and to: provide: • • meeting the requirements of Policy H3 • • nationally and that stands comparison withdevelopment the so City that jobs, facilities and infrastructure are deli Policy NE2 Homes and Community Facilities North Ely will provide a range of homes and community facilities community and key stakeholders. They seek toextension at deliver North the Ely. Council Before inclusion inSustainability Appraisal the and Core Appropriate Strategy Assessment. Re Policy NE1 Exemplar Development North Ely will be an exemplar development showcasing best practi North Ely Council Policies The policies set out below have been developed following extensi Background Documents

evelopment Framework rth Ely D No 55 North Ely Development Framework 56 ties as well as on street car lan. 500 houses). g heights, urban design framework); details 5. il to meet the requirements of Policies EN3 and onstrates how the application site contributes ng information in support of planning the railway line, subject to the forthcoming ilway Station, Country Park, Riverside Area, and ked by an avenue to Thistle Corner and Cam mployment in North Ely could include: Framework (indicating the proposed location of sessments, energy, waste and water strategies route. al impact and improve the pedestrian s of development 1,800 jobs in North Ely. This is a ratio of 60 jobs s of parameter plans (covering land use, access City Centre, Railway Station, new Leisure Centre icable environmental standards. Key - Council for submission with major planning 0 ant contribution to improving the proportion of the Ely d beyond. Transport improvements will include: to complement E Space South workhubs Avenue to provide local access, good walking and cycling facili Highflyer At reserved matters stage: a design code(s) for individual phase and movement, landscape and open space,on density, proposed maximum phasing, buildin infrastructure delivery plan,and EIA other impact supplementary as documents required by the District Counc At outline application stage: strategic masterplanningto which and dem delivers the key principlesland of uses, the roads, North services, Ely open Development space and landscaping); a serie applications, developers would be expected toapplications submit for the land followi to the north of Ely: EN4. New habitat creation. Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6Sustainable to construction, meet energy requirements efficiency from and 201 renewable energy environmental features of the development willA include: new sewage treatment plant toCambridgeshire the and north, Peterborough on Minerals the and other Waste sideSustainable Development of urban P drainage systems. Home working Live/work units. Conference Centre Hotel Education Retail An enterprise hub Start up offices and/or Relocated Police, Fire and Ambulance Services workforce working in Ely. Thefor overall every target 100 is houses to in deliver every 1,50 B1 phase business of uses development. Potential e A new junction to the A10Drive. in the early phases of developmentThe lin Southern Link Road (a consideration when development exceeds New Leisure Centre. High quality public transport corridors withand connections Lancaster to Way. the Walking and cycling connections to the Hospital, City Centre, Ra Avoiding excessive areas of surface carenvironment. parking to minimise visu Designing parking without compromising its function as a public transport • • In addition to those documents normally required by the District Policy NE9 Development Management • • • • • Policy NE8 Environmental Standards Development in North Ely should strive to meet the highest pract • • • • • • • • • • Policy NE7 Local Jobs North Ely will provide a rangeof local jobs and make a signific • • • Policy NE6 Transport Links North Ely will have strong transport• links to the city centre an • • North Ely DevelopmentFramework A Framework for the Future Development of an Urban Extension for Ely

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