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Allowed14 March 20253351727

16 Barton Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4DE

Planning appeal 3351727 at 16 Barton Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4DE (East Cambridgeshire District Council) was allowed on 14 March 2025 by Inspector Down K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area which lies within the Ely Conservation Area.

demolition of single storey side/rear extension. Alterations to dwelling and building of single storey side extensions with attic trusses and room/storage over and single storey rear extension. Alterations to existing access, including installation of gates and altering the front boundary wall and removal of three trees

Authority
East Cambridgeshire District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Down K
Postcode
CB7 4DE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area which lies within the Ely Conservation Area
  • The effect on trees within the site

What decided it

The careful design of the extensions which breaks up mass, echoes key features of the host dwelling, and maintains subservience and proportion, combined with suitable planning conditions to protect retained trees and replace removed trees, ensures compliance with conservation area policies and tree protection requirements.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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