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To consider issuing a Non-Immediate Article 4 Direction to remove permitted development rights to change dwellings (planning use class C3) into small houses in multiple occupation (planning use class C4), to cover the urban area of Cambridge, which would then be subject to public consultation.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Significant effect on communities living or working in any ward in Cambridge;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 22/09/2026
Decision due: 20 Oct 2026 by Cabinet
Lead director: Joint Director, Greater Cambridge Shared Planning and 3C Building Control
Contact: Jonathan Dixon, Planning Policy Manager Email: jonathan.dixon@greatercambridgeplanning.org.
Additional Information: Report outlining consideration of issuing a Non-Immediate Article 4 Direction.
