East Cambridgeshire District Council

"These old buildings do not belong to us only...they are not our property, to do as we like with. We are only trustees for those that come after us" (William Morris, 1889)

The District's heritage is a finite resource, which once lost is impossible to replace.

The Council's Conservation Officer can provide specialist advice on the built environment. It is the responsibility of the Conservation Officer to secure the preservation and enhancement of East Cambridgeshire's rich heritage.

The Conservation Officer is responsible for:

• Giving advice on the repair and maintenance of historic buildings;
• Giving advice on the reuse of redundant buildings;
• Giving design advice to the Development Management Team;
• Working with owners of buildings at risk;
• Preparing proposals for Conservation Area designations and producing Conservation Area Appraisals;
• Producing and contributing to guidance and policy affect the built environment.

N.B. There is no charge for general advice from the Conservation Officer who can be contacted using the following details:

Conservation

East Cambridgeshire District Council

The Grange

Nutholt Lane

Ely, CB7 4EE

t: 01353 665555

e: conservation@eastcambs.gov.uk

Please note: For non-urgent enquiries, a written or verbal response can be expected within 21 days.