Plans to build up to 138 homes have sparked strong reactions online, with residents raising concerns over traffic, local services and village identity
CambridgeshireLive readers have been voicing their opinions on the proposed development of up to 138 new homes in Hardwick, mirroring concerns raised in formal objections. Numerous comments centre on traffic congestion, the village’s character, and whether local infrastructure can accommodate the growth. Others contend the area requires additional housing and improved transport options.
Proposals to construct up to 138 homes in Hardwick have provoked opposition from residents living close to the potential development site. Local people have expressed worries that the new housing would inflict “irreversible harm” to the village and its sense of community.
The homes are planned for land south of St Neots Road in Hardwick. Of the 138 dwellings, 40 percent are earmarked to be provided as affordable housing. The scheme also includes plans for a new site entrance, internal access roads, parking facilities, drainage systems, and public open space.
Developer Pigeon stated its proposals would seek to establish an “inclusive community through the provision of a variety of tenures and dwelling types to suit all stages of life” and a “sustainable movement strategy where walking and cycling opportunities are integrated into the heart of the development”.
One reader, Calumen Nomen writes: “This is ribbon development and needs stamping on.”
Rhodabike adds: “The usual drivel from developers. Please explain how tarmacking over a field will create ‘biodiversity enhancement? And how will this development compensates for the increased pressure on schools, GPs, transport infrastructure and other services?”
Freddly says: “So we give the next generation a housing shortage, because today’s young adults consider driving a pastime, and are too important to use public transport.”
Nocyclinganywhere replies: “Driving is not a pastime, as you say, it’s a necessity for many to earn a living. Does the public transport go past everyone’s home at the exact time they need to travel to work?”
While over on our Facebook page, Paige D comments: “Hardwick/Caldecott and Cambourn will soon be linked up. With Madingley, it becomes another section of Cambridge. Think of all the small towns around London 200 yrs ago, now just one city.”
Lisa-Marie G states: “Affordable housing DOES NOT EXIST!”
Elaine L writes: “Ramsey too. Hundreds of houses are about to go on sale. No school spaces, doctors’ spaces, nor dentists.”
Thalia M says: “Poor Hardwick, surely enough, new houses there now.”
Neville Cope adds: “All the other nice Cambridgeshire villages are being ruined by new, overpriced housing developments and no new amenities, so why not?”
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