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Welcome to our consultation website on proposals for the redevelopment of Stanton House

Cambridge Investment Partnership are bringing forward proposals for the redevelopment of Stanton House.

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Cambridge Investment Partnership are bringing forward proposals for the redevelopment of Stanton House, providing

Cambridge Investment Partnership (CIP) is an equal partnership between Cambridge City Council and The Hill Group. It was created to support the council in tackling the city’s housing affordability crisis by delivering high-quality new council homes and market-sale homes – both of which are in high demand – and associated commercial and community facilities.

CIP is working to redevelop the vacant and outdated Stanton House scheme. 
Once the existing building is demolished, the new development will provide 29 new council homes. The homes will be accessible for a range of different users and will include two homes for wheelchair users. The 29 new council homes will be a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes. The proposals will also create a 55% increase in on-site open space.
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Stanton House is located in the heart of Cambridge, a short walk from the city centre and immediately surrounded by some of the city’s best-used parks and open spaces, including New Square Park.

The site benefits from excellent access to shops, services and community facilities at the Grafton Centre, as well as nearby bus routes and the Cambridge cycle network.
In June 2024, the Council’s Housing Scrutiny Committee agreed to move residents out of the ageing buildings at Stanton House, after an independent report found they no longer met modern requirements for space, safety or sustainability. Redevelopment was considered the best option to provide homes that meet modern standards.
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About Cambridge Investment Partnership

The Partnership model allows the joint investment of land, funding and professional expertise in housing and mixed-use development.
In 2025, CIP completed its 1,000th new home, including 650+ new council homes, across 23 sites in Cambridge.
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Our Proposals

Our proposals will provide up to 100 high-quality new homes, including 40% affordable housing, within a landscape-led design that reflects the character of Linton.

Nearly half of the site will become public open space, featuring play areas, walking routes and space for wildlife, creating a peaceful, sustainable and well-connected extension to the village.

29 modern, sustainable and high-quality council homes
All council homes, including two designed for those who may also be wheelchair users
Biodiversity improvements that sensitively fit into the surrounding area
55% increase in open space including a central landscaped courtyard with sensory planting
DSP seeks to find the most sustainable solution to secure the long-term future of every site.
DSP is committed to future-proofing every asset in the most sustainable way possible. In this case, introducing a new, highly flexible building offers the most appropriate and responsible approach, following detailed testing of all refurbishment and retrofit alternatives.

More information on our proposals will be available at our public consultation events.

Further information will also be uploaded to our website following the events.
Existing buildings at the corner of Duke Street/Barrett Street
Proposed building at the corner of Duke Street/Barrett Street

29 well-designed, energy-efficient and accessible council homes

The redevelopment will replace the outdated building with 29 well-designed, energy-efficient and accessible council homes, in a walkable and well-connected location close to parks, public transport and local shops.

CIP celebrated the completion of our 1,000th home in Cambridge in June 2025
CIP celebrated the completion of our 1,000th home in Cambridge in June 2025
Indicative sketch of proposals at Stanton House

100% affordable scheme for local people including 12 specialist needs homes

The redevelopment will deliver 12 modern specialist flats, directly re-providing the existing protected specialist housing uses on the site. The proposals will also deliver 17 general affordable flats for local people.

55% increase in open space including a central landscaped courtyard with sensory planting

The existing open space within the site has low biodiversity and amenity value and no provision for play or activity. Our proposals will create a 55% increase in on-site open space, delivering a central landscaped courtyard with sensory planting, places to sit, and inclusive spaces that will support both relaxation and wellbeing.
Specialist Block Sketch - Final (1)-
Aff Terrace View (1)-

Biodiversity & heritage improvements that sensitively fit into the surrounding area

The scheme will retain the site’s mature boundary trees and where tree removal is required, the loss will be appropriately compensated with new tree planting where possible on-site and supplementary tree planting in the local area. Habitat connectivity will be strenghtened through this additional planting.
New biodiversity-led landscape features – including a Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) rain garden, planting, and pockets of informal habitat – will create a greener, more ecological setting that supports local wildlife and promotes biodiversity net gain.
Additionally, the existing Church boundary flint wall will be protected, alongside the retention and reinstatement of the existing historic Women’s Refuge plaque.

The Wider Team

Structureal engineer
Structureal engineer
Pre-redevelopment and circularity consultant
Pre-redevelopment and circularity consultant

Exhibition Boards

We are keen to engage with you and get your thoughts.

Online
Webinar

  • Thursday 6th November 2025
  • 6pm - 7pm
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Consultation Event

We are keen to engage with you and get your thoughts.

Public
Exhibitions

  • Wednesday 19th November
  • 3.30-7pm
  • Christ Church, Christchurch Street, Cambridge, CB1 1HT
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Webinar

  • Thursday 6th November 2025
  • 6pm - 7pm
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Have your say

We are keen to engage with you and get your thoughts.
The survey is available until Friday 28th November.