19 October 2018 · Delegated
Reina, Malvern Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5ap
Permission was granted for a rear extension to Reina, a residential property on Malvern Road, Douglas. The application was decided by the Director of Planning and Building Control under delegated authority on 19 October 2018. The main planning considerations were the effect of the extension on the character and appearance of the building and the wider area, and the potential impact on the amenity of the occupants of the neighbouring property Barnwood. Reina is notably close to Barnwood, with only 2.5 metres separating the two properties on the south eastern side, and no vegetation screening between them on that boundary. The properties on the southern side of Malvern Road sit slightly below road level, with hedging and tree cover to the north-facing elevations. Despite the tight separation from Barnwood, the proposal was considered acceptable and permission was granted subject to one condition.
The application was approved by the Director of Planning and Building Control under delegated authority. The key planning considerations were the effect of the extension on the character of the building and surrounding area, and the potential impact on the amenity of the neighbouring property Barnwood, which sits just 2.5 metres from Reina on the south eastern side. The proposal was found to be acceptable on both counts.
General Policy 2
Development which is in accordance with the land-use zoning and proposals in the appropriate Area Plan and with other policies of this Strategic Plan will normally be permitted
General Policy 2: Development which is in accordance with the land-use zoning and proposals in the appropriate Area Plan and with other policies of this Strategic Plan will normally be permitted, provided that the development: (a) is in accordance with the design brief in the Area Plan where there is such a brief; (b) respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping of buildings and the spaces around them; (c) does not affect adversely the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape; (d) does not adversely affect the protected wildlife or locally important habitats on the site or adjacent land, including water courses; (e) does not affect adversely public views of the sea; (f) incorporates where possible existing topography and landscape features, particularly trees and sod banks; (g) does not affect adversely the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality; (h) provides satisfactory amenity standards in itself, including where appropriate safe and convenient access for all highway users, together with adequate parking, servicing and manoeuvring space; (i) does not have an unacceptable effect on road safety or traffic flows on the local highways; (j) can be provided with all necessary services; (k) does not prejudice the use or development of adjoining land in accordance with the appropriate Area Plan; (l) is not on contaminated land or subject to unreasonable risk of erosion or flooding; (m) takes account of community and personal safety and security in the design of buildings and the spaces around them; and (n) is designed having due regard to best practice in reducing energy consumption. 6.3 Development outside of areas zoned for development
Extensions to Dwellings in built up areas or sites designated for residential use
As a general policy, in built up areas not controlled by Conservation Area or Registered Building policies, there will be a general presumption in favour of extensions to existing property where such extensions would not have an adverse impact on either adjacent property or the surrounding area in general.
in Recreation Policy 3 and Appendix 6. The latter provides examples of the size and type of provision required. 8.11 Open Space and Recreation 8.12 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan Context 8.12.1 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan identifies that Open Space in towns and villages on the Island forms an integral part of the fabric of community life, taking various forms and serving many purposes. Open Space ranges from the formal, such as formally laid parks and play areas, to the informal, such as open countryside, glens and the extensive public footpath network. The need for Open Space is that it forms part of the Island's heritage as well as being an attractive and usable asset. In the wider context, it provides visual and spiritual relief from the developed urban settlements on the Island, and provides recreational enjoyment in respect of various active and some less active forms of sporting activity. Open Spaces also provide a means of improving the health and fitness of the Island's population.
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
