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Cambridgeshire Approves City Smoke Control, Council Homes Boost

This week in Cambridgeshire:

City-Wide Smoke Control Approved Despite Equity Concerns

Cambridge City Council's Cabinet approved expanding the smoke control area1 to cover the entire city, excluding permanently moored vessels, despite concerns about the impact on low-income households. Link to the meeting.

  • The decision aims to reduce PM2.5 emissions, a major source of air pollution, and improve public health.
  • A public consultation showed 55% support, but 40% opposed due to cost concerns for low-income residents and scepticism about air pollution levels.
  • An impact study found the expansion could reduce PM2.5 emissions by 69%, but also noted that permanently moored vessels, often occupied by vulnerable individuals, could be disproportionately affected.
  • The council will now notify DEFRA2 and publish notices, allowing six weeks for objections.

This decision highlights the tension between environmental goals and social equity. While the city-wide SCA aims to improve air quality for all residents, critics worry that it could place an undue burden on those least able to afford cleaner heating alternatives. The council's decision to exclude permanently moored vessels acknowledges this concern, but questions remain about how best to support vulnerable communities in transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

Council Homes to Get Energy Efficiency Boost

The Cabinet also approved a plan to spend £15-25 million on energy efficiency upgrades to council homes over the next three to five years. Link to the meeting.

  • The goal is to upgrade all council homes rated EPC3 'D' or below to a minimum of 'C' by 2035.
  • The council has allocated £3.8 million per year, supplemented by government grants.
  • Upgrades will include insulation, ventilation, new doors and windows, and potentially replacing gas boilers with air source heat pumps.
  • The council expects the contract to have a positive impact across all demographics, by improving thermal comfort and indoor air quality, reducing bills, and reducing exposure to cold, damp, and mould-prone environments.

This investment aims to improve the living conditions for council tenants, reduce carbon emissions, and tackle fuel poverty. By upgrading council homes, the council hopes to create warmer, healthier, and more affordable living spaces for some of its most vulnerable residents.

Taxi Driver's Licence Under Review in Private Hearing

The Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) met to consider the standing of a licensed taxi driver, Driver A, with Cambridge City Council. Link to the meeting.

  • The press and public were excluded from the meeting due to the confidential nature of the information to be discussed.
  • The sub-committee was expected to consider whether Driver A is a fit and proper person to hold a taxi licence, based on an investigation by council officers.
  • The sub-committee was also expected to consider sections 60 and 61 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 19764, which detail the grounds on which a council can suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a vehicle or driver's licence.

The decision to hold this hearing in private raises questions about transparency and accountability. While the need to protect confidential information is understandable, it also limits the public's ability to scrutinize the sub-committee's decision-making process. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for Driver A's livelihood and the safety of passengers.

Planning Committee to Decide on Sturton Street Trees and Ditton Walk Housing

The Planning Committee is set to decide on several key planning applications, including the fate of three London Plane trees on Sturton Street and a proposal for 12 new homes on Ditton Walk. Link to the meeting.

  • The Sturton Street tree application involves a request to remove the trees due to concerns about subsidence affecting a nearby property.
  • The Ditton Walk application has been recommended for refusal due to environmental health and tree concerns.

These decisions will have a direct impact on the local environment and the availability of housing in Cambridge. The committee's deliberations will likely weigh the competing interests of property owners, residents, and the environment.

Other Matters

  • The Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) also met on Monday 23 June 2025 to appoint a chair and to consider the standing of a licensed driver with Cambridge City Council. Link to the meeting.

Upcoming Meetings

  • The Civic Affairs and Audit Committee is scheduled to meet on Monday 30 June 2025 to discuss proposed changes to member allowances and receive an update on internal audit work. Link to the meeting.
  • The Services, Climate and Communities Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 01 July 2025 to discuss the role of overview and scrutiny in local authorities and the Cambridge Folk Festival. Link to the meeting.
  • The Housing Engagement Board is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 08 July 2025. Link to the meeting.
  • The Joint Staff Employer Forum is scheduled to meet on Thursday 10 July 2025. Link to the meeting.

  1. Smoke Control Areas are areas where restrictions are in place regarding the emission of smoke from chimneys. 

  2. DEFRA is the UK government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. 

  3. EPC stands for Energy Performance Certificate, a rating that indicates the energy efficiency of a building. 

  4. The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 is an act of Parliament that includes provisions about the licensing of hackney carriages and private hire vehicles. 

Cambridgeshire: Community Farm Plan, Science Park Expansion

This week in Cambridgeshire:

Community Farm Development Discussed at Pre-Application Meeting

Cambridge City Council's Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations meeting included a briefing from CoFarm Cambridge, a subsidiary of the CoFarm Foundation, regarding their plans for a community barn near existing allotments off Barnwell Road in Abbey. Link to the meeting.

  • CoFarm Cambridge is developing Cambridge's first community farm on a seven-acre site of privately owned agricultural land in the Green Belt1, next to Coldhams Common.
  • Gavin Shelton, the founder and CEO of CoFarm, and Tom Foggin, an architect from RHP, were scheduled to present the emerging scheme and concept.
  • Councillors were expected to have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss the proposals.

While this meeting did not involve formal decision-making, it provided an opportunity for councillors to learn about the proposed development and offer feedback at an early stage. The project aims to enhance community engagement and promote sustainable agriculture, but its location in the Green Belt may raise concerns about potential environmental impacts.

Pharmaceutical Building Extension Approved Amidst Economic and Environmental Considerations

The Joint Development Management Committee approved a planning application for an extension to a pharmaceutical building at 191 Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road. Link to the meeting.

  • The application sought permission for a two-storey, 2,145.2 sqm extension to provide a new filling and packaging hall, specialist building services plant, and associated external works.
  • The planning officer's report noted that the development would help Bard Pharmaceuticals Ltd achieve its long-term operational requirements, support the Cambridge Cluster of high-technology research and development companies, and contribute towards the identified demand for mid-tech floorspace.
  • The report also stated that the proposal demonstrated a net gain of biodiversity on site through the delivery of new hedgerows and trees.

The committee's decision reflects a balance between supporting economic growth and promoting environmental sustainability. The expansion of Bard Pharmaceuticals Ltd will help to secure jobs and meet the growing demand for medication, while the project's biodiversity enhancements will provide some environmental benefit to the area.

Pre-application Briefings Received on Major Development Sites

The Joint Development Management Committee received pre-application developer briefings on three significant sites: Link to the meeting.

  • Cambridge Business Park, Milton Road, Cambridge: A comprehensive phased low carbon development for mixed clean-tech innovation employment uses, residential and associated uses in accordance with a site wide masterplan.
  • Darwin Green Phases Two and Three Development Site, Cambridge Road, Impington: Site Wide Design Code (condition 9) for outline planning permission 22/02528/OUT for up to 1,000 residential dwellings, secondary school, primary school, community facilities, retail uses, open space, and other works.
  • Cambridge Biomedical Campus, 1 Francis Crick Avenue, Cambridge: A full planning application for the erection of a mixed use office and conference centre building with associated plant, landscaping and public open space.

These briefings provide an early glimpse into potential future developments in the area. The proposals range from mixed-use innovation hubs to large-scale residential projects, highlighting the ongoing growth and transformation of Cambridge and its surrounding areas.

Upcoming Meetings

  • The Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) is scheduled to meet on Monday 23 June 2025 to discuss regulatory issues relating to taxis in Cambridge. Link to the meeting.
  • The Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 24 June 2025. Link to the meeting.
  • The Planning Committee is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 25 June 2025. Link to the meeting.

  1. The Green Belt is a planning tool used to prevent urban sprawl and protect the countryside. 

Cambridgeshire Council: Tenant Involvement, Budget, Shared Services

This week in Cambridgeshire:

Housing Stock Survey Sparks Debate Over Tenant Involvement

The Performance, Assets and Strategy Scrutiny Committee discussed the commissioning of a stock condition survey for council housing, aiming to ensure properties are safe and compliant1. Link to the meeting.

  • The proposal involves externalizing the survey process in phases to address a backlog and maintain a five-year survey cycle.
  • Councillor Patrick Sheil asked about tenant experience measures, emphasizing the importance of a positive and respectful survey process.
  • Councillor Tim Griffin inquired about how survey results would inform maintenance and repair organizations, ensuring timely action on identified issues.
  • Councillor Naomi Bennett raised concerns about residents doing their own repairs and access to homes, highlighting the need for clear communication and support for tenants.

The discussion underscores the critical balance between efficient data collection and meaningful tenant engagement. Some may argue that externalizing the survey could distance the council from residents, while others may see it as a necessary step to improve data accuracy and compliance. The success of this initiative hinges on ensuring that tenant voices are heard and that survey findings translate into tangible improvements in housing conditions. This discussion echoes previous concerns about tenant representation raised in earlier meetings of the council.

Budget Priorities and Public Consultation Under Scrutiny

The Performance, Assets and Strategy Scrutiny Committee received an early update on the budget setting process for 2026-27 from Jodie Everington, the Council's Chief Finance Officer2. Link to the meeting.

  • The council is awaiting the government's spending review to refine savings targets and the medium-term financial strategy.
  • A paper outlining savings targets and the approach to public consultation is expected to go to Cabinet in July.
  • Councillor Naomi Bennett asked about synchronizing the housing revenue account and the general account, and aligning the MTFS and budget.
  • Councillor Mike Davey stressed the importance of linking performance reports with savings to assess the impact on services.

The discussion highlights the difficult choices facing the council as it navigates financial constraints and competing priorities. The approach to public consultation will be crucial in ensuring that residents have a meaningful say in how the council allocates resources. As Councillor Dave Baigent noted, Isn't that our purpose?

Shared Services Agreement Faces Scrutiny Amidst Reorganization Concerns

The Performance, Assets and Strategy Scrutiny Committee discussed the Shared Service Agreement between Cambridge City Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council, and Huntingtonshire District Council, which covers building control, legal services, and 3C ICT3. Link to the meeting.

  • The recommendation to Cabinet in July is to renew the agreement for a further five years.
  • Councillor Mike Davey requested a deep dive on 3C ICT, citing past performance issues and significant financial investment.
  • Councillor Baigent asked about the contract's implications if the council is broken down and moved into another group due to local government reorganization.

The discussion reflects concerns about the long-term viability and effectiveness of shared services, particularly in light of potential local government reorganization. Residents may be worried about the impact of these changes on service delivery and accountability.

Other Matters

  • The Performance, Assets and Strategy Scrutiny Committee discussed changes to performance management, including the development of performance measures and data reporting using a dashboard approach. Link to the meeting.
  • The Performance, Assets and Strategy Scrutiny Committee received an update on housing performance, including the handover of Aylesborough Close and progress on other schemes. Link to the meeting.
  • The Performance, Assets and Strategy Scrutiny Committee provisionally agreed to add several topics to their work plan for the coming year, including the budget consultation, shared services, performance management, procurement, local government reorganisation, and the Cambridge Growth Company. Link to the meeting.

Upcoming Meetings

  • The Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) is scheduled to meet on Monday 23 June 2025 to discuss regulatory issues relating to taxis in Cambridge. Link to the meeting.
  • The Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 24 June 2025. Link to the meeting.
  • The Planning Committee is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 25 June 2025. Link to the meeting.

  1. A stock condition survey is a detailed assessment of the physical condition of a property, including its structure, fixtures, and fittings. 

  2. The council's budget outlines its spending plans for the coming financial year, detailing how it will allocate resources to different services and projects. 

  3. Shared services involve two or more organizations pooling resources and expertise to deliver certain services, such as IT, finance, or HR. 

Cambridgeshire: Housing vs Jobs, Cycle Parking Changes & Audit

This week in Cambridgeshire:

Controversial Employment Site Approved Despite Housing Concerns

The Cambridge City Council Planning Committee approved a hybrid planning application for a 'Midtech' employment site at The Paddocks, 347 Cherry Hinton Road, despite it conflicting with the Local Plan's designation of the site for residential development1. Link to the meeting.

  • The application includes demolishing existing buildings and constructing new ones for office, research and development, and light industrial uses.
  • The development is projected to create 925 jobs.
  • While the proposal goes against Policies 3 and 27 of the Local Plan, which prioritize residential development, the committee decided that the need for employment space and the site's brownfield status were more important considerations.

This decision highlights the ongoing tension between the need for housing and the desire to stimulate economic growth in Cambridge. Critics may argue that prioritizing employment over housing could exacerbate the city's existing housing crisis, while supporters may contend that the new jobs will benefit the local economy and provide opportunities for residents.

More Secure Cycle Parking Approved for Station Area

The Planning Committee approved a variation to the cycle parking conditions at the Station Area Redevelopment, increasing the level of secure, paid-for cycle parking from 5% to 16% of public parking space. Link to the meeting.

  • This change will result in a loss of 109 non-paid-for Sheffield spaces and 432 non-paid-for two-tier stands.
  • The secure area will replace some of these cycle parking spaces, resulting in an overall reduction of 89 cycle spaces.
  • The committee heard that the variation was proposed to address cycle theft and crime at the station.

While the increase in secure parking is intended to encourage cycling and reduce crime, some cyclists may be concerned about the reduction in overall cycle parking spaces and the introduction of paid-for parking.

Council Governance Under Scrutiny After Audit Findings

The Audit and Risk Committee discussed the Annual Governance Statement and the External Audit Completion Report, which highlighted significant weaknesses in the council's financial reporting and compliance with regulations2. Link to the meeting.

  • The External Audit Completion Report cited a breach of the backstop date for publishing draft financial statements as a significant weakness in financial reporting.
  • The report also noted a breach in laws and regulations related to rental charges on the council's housing stock.
  • The council self-referred to the Regulator of Social Housing, which issued a regulatory judgement about serious failings in how the council delivered rent standards and reform.

These findings raise concerns about the council's governance and financial management practices. Residents may be worried about the potential impact of these weaknesses on the delivery of essential services and the council's ability to manage public funds effectively.

Other matters

  • The Planning Committee approved an application for a single-storey front, side, and rear extension at 111 Perse Way. Link to the meeting.
  • The Planning Committee noted the appeals list, which included several recent decisions and pending appeals. Link to the meeting.

Upcoming Meetings

  • The Performance, Assets & Strategy Overview and Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 10 June 2025 to discuss the role of overview and scrutiny in local authorities, the budget-setting timetable for 2026-27, and the committee's work programme. Link to the meeting.
  • The Development Control Forum is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 17 June 2025. Link to the meeting.
  • The Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations are scheduled to meet on Wednesday 18 June 2025. Link to the meeting.
  • The Joint Development Management Committee is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 18 June 2025. Link to the meeting.

  1. The Local Plan is a document that sets out the council's planning policies and priorities for the area. It is used to guide decisions on planning applications and other development proposals. 

  2. The Annual Governance Statement is a document that describes the council's governance framework and how it has been operating. The External Audit Completion Report is a report from the council's external auditors, which provides an opinion on the council's financial statements and value for money arrangements. 

Cambridgeshire: New mayor elected, disability cuts debated

This week in Cambridgeshire:

Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday 20 May 2025

The Licensing Sub Committee convened to discuss taxi licensing regulations and procedures. The meeting was scheduled to include a review of a driver's standing as a licensed driver with Cambridge City Council. It was recommended that the press and public be excluded from the meeting, citing paragraphs 1 & 2 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 19722 as the reason. The report pack also outlines the powers of the council to suspend or revoke a taxi driver's licence, according to section 61 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 19763. This is similar to previous licensing sub-committee meetings, such as the one held on Monday 14 April 2025, where a dual driver licence application was discussed.

Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations - Wednesday 21 May 2025

The Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations meeting that was scheduled for Wednesday 21 May 2025 was cancelled.

Council - Thursday 22 May 2025

Cambridge City Council held its annual meeting on 22 May 2025, where they elected a new mayor and deputy mayor, considered committee recommendations, and discussed proposed cuts to disability benefits.

The council approved the draft Constitution, including the Local Government Association model Code of Conduct, effective from the annual council meeting in May 2025. The Monitoring Officer has the responsibility to keep the Constitution up to date and lawful, including making 'housekeeping changes'. The Constitution will be reviewed within nine months for any further changes. This follows a similar process to the review of the Cambridge City Council Constitution that was discussed at the Civic Affairs Committee meeting on Monday 12 May 2025.

The council considered the report and recommendations of the Independent Remuneration Panel regarding member allowances4. The council agreed to review the recommendations in the 2025-26 municipal year.

Councillor Elliot Tong proposed a motion regarding proposed cuts to disability benefits and Access to Work funding. The motion called on the council to note the wider adverse impacts of the disability cut proposals on the city, including pressure on local health services, the local economy, rent arrears, and increased use of food banks. The council proposed to write to the ministers concerned, Liz Kendall and Rachel Reeves, and local MPs, Daniel Zeichner and Pippa Heylings, asking them to abandon or pause the proposed cuts until a full impact assessment could be undertaken.

Councillor Anthony Martinelli proposed a motion regarding housing associations in Cambridge. The motion called on the Executive Councillor for Housing to explore the feasibility of convening a written voluntary code for the recognition of ward city councillors in support of the resolution of matters that arise from time to time for their tenants.

Councillor Simon Smith proposed a motion regarding retrofit dividends, cheaper heating, lower emissions, and healthier lives. The motion called on the council to ask the leader to write to the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Milliband, and the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, to ask them to replace the current retrofit and energy efficiency funding programmes that are intermittent, short term and uncertain due to wasteful competitive bidding and hard to meet ring fenced eligibility criteria with consistent long-term funding to give confidence to local government to plan for large scale retrofit programmes and their contractors and firms in the supply chain to invest in apprenticeships and skills training.

Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday 20 May 2025

The Licensing Sub Committee met to consider an application for a premises licence for King Street Supermarket. The applicant was seeking permission to sell alcohol for consumption off the premises between 07:00 and 00:00, Monday to Sunday.

The proposed premises is located within a Cumulative Impact Area (CIA) and is therefore subject to the Cumulative Impact Assessment5. The report pack stated that the onus is on the applicant to demonstrate why the granting of the licence would not add to the cumulative impact already being experienced within the area. The report pack included a map detailing premises with premises licences in the surrounding area, within the Market ward, excluding restaurants. This included King Street Run Public House, Champion Of The Thames, King Street Cellar, The Cambridge Brew House, Cambridge Taproom, D'Arrys Wine Bar & Liquor Loft, Barot Stores Ltd, Tesco Express, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Local, and Marks & Spencer.

Councillors were scheduled to consider the application with a view to promoting the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm.

Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations - Monday 19 May 2025

This meeting of Cambridge City Council's Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations was scheduled to provide an opportunity for councillors to hear about proposals ahead of future planning applications. Councillors were scheduled to receive a briefing on proposals for Christ's College, St Andrews Street, Cambridge.

The purpose of the briefing was to give Members an insight into the proposals for the demolition of the existing library and the replacement with a new library and enhancements of the adjacent kitchen and upper hall areas at Christ’s College, St Andrew’s Street, Cambridge.

The report pack notes that Christ's College is a Grade I listed building6 in the historic core of Cambridge City Centre. The application site is the existing Christ’s College library, which includes the 1970’s library (designed by Christopher Grillet), the Bodley Library (C19), West Range, South Range (early C16) and Bath Court. Christ’s College has been placed by Historic England on the Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in England at Grade II.


  1. The Access to Work scheme is intended to help people with disabilities or long term health conditions get work and stay in work. 

  2. Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 defines the categories of information that can be discussed in private during council meetings. Paragraph 1 relates to information about an individual, and paragraph 2 relates to information that is likely to reveal the identity of an individual. 

  3. The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 is an Act of Parliament that grants powers to local authorities in England and Wales. 

  4. The Independent Remuneration Panel is an independent body that reviews and makes recommendations about the allowances paid to councillors. 

  5. A cumulative impact assessment (CIA) is a tool used by licensing authorities to manage the number and type of licensed premises in a specific area, aiming to prevent negative impacts on the local community. 

  6. A 'listed building' is a building which has been placed on the Statutory List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 

Recent meetings
Services, Climate and Communities Scrutiny Committee

Services, Climate and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 1st July, 2025 5.30 pm

Here is a summary of the Services, Climate and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting scheduled for 1 July 2025. The meeting will cover topics such as the role of overview and scrutiny in local authorities, the Cambridge Folk Festival, the work of the Environment, Economy and Climate Department, and the committee's work programme.

July 01, 2025
Civic Affairs and Audit Committee

Civic Affairs and Audit Committee - Monday, 30th June, 2025 5.30 pm

The Civic Affairs and Audit Committee were scheduled to discuss proposed changes to member allowances, receive an internal audit update, and review the committee's rolling work programme. The meeting was scheduled to be held in the Council Chamber, The Guildhall, Market Square, Cambridge.

June 30, 2025
Planning

Planning - Wednesday, 25th June, 2025 10.00 am

The Cambridge City Council Planning Committee convened to discuss several planning applications, including major developments, minor alterations, and a tree preservation order. The agenda included consideration of the impact of new developments on heritage assets, residential amenity, and the local environment. Several applications had generated significant public interest and were called in by councillors for committee review.

June 25, 2025
Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th June, 2025 5.30 pm

The Cambridge City Council Cabinet met to discuss and approve measures related to air quality and energy efficiency in council homes. The cabinet approved expanding the smoke control area to cover the entire city (excluding permanent residential moored vessels) and authorised the procurement of contractors for energy efficiency upgrades to council homes.

June 24, 2025
Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee)

Taxi Hearing (Private Meeting), Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) - Monday, 23rd June, 2025 12.00 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) meeting.

June 23, 2025
Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee)

Taxi Hearing (Private Meeting), Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) - Monday, 23rd June, 2025 10.00 am

The Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle Sub Committee (Licensing Sub Committee) met to discuss taxi licensing within the City of Cambridge. The majority of the meeting was scheduled to be held in private, with the public and press excluded. The main item on the agenda was to consider the standing of Driver A as a licensed driver with Cambridge City Council.

June 23, 2025
General Purposes and Licensing Committee CANCELLED

General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Monday, 23rd June, 2025 10.00 am

This meeting has been cancelled.

June 23, 2025
Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling Act 2005 Committee (Statutory Licensing Committee) CANCELLED

Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling Act 2005 Committee (Statutory Licensing Committee) - Monday, 23rd June, 2025 10.00 am

This meeting has been cancelled.

June 23, 2025
Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations

Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations - Wednesday, 18th June, 2025 9.30 am

Cambridge City Council’s Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations was scheduled to meet on Wednesday 18 June 2025, to hear a pre-application briefing on a community barn. The barn is intended to be part of the CoFarm Cambridge project. This meeting was open to all councillors, though it was noted that any subsequent planning application would be determined by the Planning Committee.

June 18, 2025
Joint Development Management Committee

Joint Development Management Committee - Wednesday, 18th June, 2025 10.30 am

The Joint Development Management Committee convened to discuss a planning application at 191 Cambridge Science Park and receive briefings on three pre-application development proposals. The committee approved the extension at Cambridge Science Park, and heard about plans for Cambridge Business Park, Darwin Green, and Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

June 18, 2025
Upcoming meetings
Housing Engagement Board

Housing Advisory Board - Tuesday, 8th July, 2025 5.00 pm

July 08, 2025
Joint Staff Employer Forum

Joint Staff Employer Forum - Thursday, 10th July, 2025 5.00 pm

July 10, 2025
Cabinet

Cabinet - Tuesday, 15th July, 2025 5.00 pm

July 15, 2025
Joint Development Management Committee

Joint Development Management Committee - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 10.00 am

July 16, 2025
Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations

Planning - Pre-Application Developer Presentations - Thursday, 17th July, 2025 2.00 pm

July 17, 2025
Equalities Panel

Equalities Panel - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 4.00 pm

October 16, 2025