Map
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Details
The site extends to approximately 1.56 acres (0.63 hectares) and is broadly L shaped in configuration. There is an ATS facility to the north, adjoining housing to the east and west and Histon Road Recreation Ground to the south. The property comprises a refurbished two-storey car dealership, consisting of a showroom, offices, workshop, and ancillary accommodation. To the rear of the site is a workshop and parts building. The remainder of the site is used for parking of approximately 133 vehicles.
Planning
Application reference: 15/1369/FUL
Planning status: Outline Planning Permission
Planning authority: Cambridge City Council
Application details:
Within the Cambridge Local Plan, dated 2018, the site is identified as part of Site Number R2 - Willowcroft, Histon Road, allocated for residential development. The other parts of the sites in the designated area include the new residential development (application reference no. 15/1369/FUL) and the ATS depot to the north of the site. We understand that sites within the Willowcroft designation can all be developed independently, subject to any development not restricting potential redevelopment of the remainder of the sites. The Willowcroft development to the north of the ATS site has set a precedent in this regard. The site adjoins but falls outside the Histon Road Conservation Area and there are no other Policy designations covering the site, nor is it a protected employment site.