Decision details

The purpose of this report is to consider the content of the emerging Phase 2 Water Cycle Strategy for the major growth areas in and around Cambridge, and to provide feedback to Cambridgeshire Horizons Board.

The New Communities Portfolio Holder  

1.         noted the content of the Draft Phase 2 Detailed Water Cycle Strategy for the Major Growth Areas in and around Cambridge

            agreed

2.         agreed that the following issues be addressed further

·       Clarification regarding the timescales of implementing water efficiency standards and the impact on water neutrality and wastewater calculations.

·       Provide more details and examples of water efficiency measures such as greywater and rainwater recycling, and explore practicalities, in particular in small development schemes.

·       Provide more details and examples regarding the relationship between 100% above ground drainage SUDS and housing density.

3.         Agreed that the final study should subsequently be brought back to the portfolio holder for endorsement for use as an evidence base for the Local Development Framework and as a material consideration in planning decisions.