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Allowed17 July 20266007116

17 Forehill, Ely, CB7 4AA

Planning appeal 6007116 at 17 Forehill, Ely, CB7 4AA (East Cambridgeshire) was allowed on 17 July 2026 by Inspector F P Tinsley, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the vitality and viability of Ely city centre and its Primary Shopping Frontage.

Convert an existing class E unit into C3 dwelling. Single storey rear extension, alterations to existing single storey roof, insertion of conservation flush rooflights and proposed replacement garage

Authority
East Cambridgeshire
Appeal type
minor · Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
F P Tinsley
Postcode
CB7 4AA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the vitality and viability of Ely city centre and its Primary Shopping Frontage
  • the effect of the proposed development on protected trees and whether their removal is warranted

What decided it

The conversion to residential use was acceptable as the premises were not in retail use, marketing evidence demonstrated no viable commercial future, and residential development would support town centre vitality; however, the tree removal was unjustified and therefore the appeal was split, allowing the conversion but dismissing the tree removal element.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy COM2Policy ENV7Policy ENV11Policy ENV12Policy ENV13
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 90

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