It had been argued the original proposal for homes at Whitehill would have an impact on the setting of the local church, All Saints.
But a revised and improved scheme has now been given the go-ahead by council planners.
Work is expected to start later this year.
Labour retains control of Exeter City Council
Despite losing a seat to the Greens and an independent
Devon voters go to the polls
A third of Plymouth City Council seats are up for grabs
Clyst valley park could double in size
Residents will have their say
Multiple arrests made in Exmouth
Patrols stepped up to tackle big issues
Devoncast - Exeter Pride, Torbay tourism and Tavistock trains
Devoncast features the latest news and views from around Devon
Sid Valley Radio joins East Devon broadcast bid
New digital stations planned for East Devon
