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Job Creation
626
new jobs
Both direct and indirect during each year of the demolition and construction phase.
Major Investment
£45.6
million
A significant investment to enhance Cambridge's historic core and boost its economy.
Revenue Increase
£1.5
million
A more than sixfold increase in the business rates currently due across site.
Economic Boost
£68.1
million
Generated annually during demolition and construction.
Job Creation
269
new jobs
Created directly (on-site) by the proposed development.
Economic Boost
£43
million
Generated annually when operational.
Community Value
£0
in rent
Providing rent-free, genuinely affordable community space for local groups.
Inclusive Facilities
2
Changing Places
One in the community space that is accessible for all and one in the office space creating an inclusive workspace.
Enhancement
Reinvent
Transforming Hobson's Passage into a safe, functional and beautiful city centre space.
Solar Power
1,938
ft²
Of discreetly positioned solar panels
BREEAM
Excellent
The proposed development achieves a BREEAM Excellent score.
Water Efficient
42
m³
An enormous rainwater and greywater harvesting tank to maximise water efficiency
Active Travel
200
bikes
Can be securely parked within the site, including provision for oversized and electric bikes.
Car-Free
ZERO
cars
Designed to exclude cars, giving the redevelopment a significantly reduced carbon footprint compared to other similar buildings.
Job Creation
121
new jobs
Created indirectly (off-site) by the proposed redevelopment.
Expanded Space
18,643
ft²
Of modern, useable floorspace is created in the centre of Cambridge.
Enhancement
16-17
Sidney St
Redesign of the shopfront, so that is more in keeping and sympathetic to the rest of the building.
Enhancement
18-19
Sidney St
Removal and replacement of the poor quality mansard roof.
Energy Efficient
Band B
The proposed development is designed to achieve a high standard of energy efficiency, achieving LETI Band B.
Community Space
3,757
ft²
Of community space created in the heart of Cambridge.
Public Art
4
pieces
Designed into the proposals - from the paving of Hobson's Passage to the sculpted metal service entrances.