Written 31/01/10

Impington Parish Council was quick to come to the rescue with a suitable site and agreed that it could be built on their land. So after much deliberation with many residents, including historians, architects and planners, it was agreed that the best location would be in the corner of The Copse - diagonally across the road from the Hut's original location. It was also decided that to keep the orientation the same as it was originally was the most appropriate and especially important because, as it's use would be very limited, it's historic aspects needed to be respected all the more.

There has been a lot of concern regarding the urbanisation of the area surrounding Guided Busway, so particular care has been taken to minimise any adverse effects rebuilding the Crossing Keeper's Hut may have on the woods. A lot of thought has also gone into the plans to keep the development as natural as possible whilst still creating an attractive meeting place and focal point for the entrance to the woods.

The plans are on the planning section of South Cambridge District Council's website at: scambs.jdi-consult.net/devcon/pa.php?paid=143748

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