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Allowed2 February 20263372408

28 Wych Elm, Colchester, CO2 8PR

Planning appeal 3372408 at 28 Wych Elm, Colchester, CO2 8PR (Colchester Borough Council) was allowed on 2 February 2026 by Inspector Phillips A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring residents with particular reference to noise and disturbance.

Change of use of existing dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a children's home for a maximum of three young people (Use Class C2) without complying with condition 2 attached to planning permission Ref 240976, dated 11 October 2024

Authority
Colchester Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
community-institutional · Change of use
Inspector
Phillips A
Postcode
CO2 8PR

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring residents with particular reference to noise and disturbance
  • Whether the proposal would provide adequate parking provision

What decided it

The limited impact from additional vehicle movements during a short, non-antisocial changeover period and the site's sustainable location with adequate parking provision in accordance with current standards.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
DM15SP7DM22

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