Cambridge Council approves 400-room student accommodation

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        August 17, 2026

Cambridge Council approves 400-room student accommodation

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Cambridge City Council has approved plans to replace a student accommodation block with one with around 300 more rooms.
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Cambridge Council approves 400-room student accommodation
• Cambridge City Council has approved plans to replace a student accommodation block with one with around 300 more rooms.
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