30 July 2020 · Delegated
Thie Yn Droghad, Breeze Hill, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7dl
Permission was granted for the installation of a flue from a multi-fuel stove and partial re-cladding of a holiday cottage known as Thie Yn Droghad, Breeze Hill, Laxey. The property is a single-storey timber-clad holiday cottage forming part of the Laxey Holiday Chalets complex, situated north of the Laxey River among similar timber-framed holiday buildings. The main planning considerations were the visual impact of the proposed works and the impact of the flue and its use. Both were assessed and found to be acceptable, leading to approval. The decision was made under delegated authority by the Director of Planning and Building Control, with one condition attached.
The application was approved on 30 July 2020 by delegated authority. The key planning considerations were the visual impact of the development and the impact of the flue and its use, both of which were found to be acceptable.
General Policy 2
The proposal is recommended for approval as it is deemed to comply with General Policy 2
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
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35: Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area, and will ensure that the special features contributing to the character and quality are protected against inappropriate development. 7.30 Development adjacent to Conservation Areas 7.30.1 It is often the case that important views into and out of a Conservation Area can contribute significantly to its character. It is necessary to assess the impact any development adjacent to conservation areas may have on such views.
Environment Policy 22
Environment Policy 22: Development will not be permitted where it would unacceptably harm the environment and/or the amenity of nearby properties in terms of: i) pollution of sea, surface water or groundwater; ii) emissions of airborne pollutants; and iii) vibration, odour, noise or light pollution. 7.17.2 In addition to the above, changes in the activities associated with the current permitted use of land or a building, which in themselves do not constitute development and therefore do not require planning permission, can have an adverse impact on adjacent properties by virtue of noise, light or general disturbance. For example the addition of security lig hting on a property may cause light pollution affecting adjacent properties and the wider area. The introduction of new activities into established parks and recreation areas can have an impact on neighbours. In such cases the Department would advocate t he person or organisation considering the change to give careful consideration to the potential impact of such activity in terms of location, siting and design.
Policy L/TRT/PR/2
There are four policies within the Laxey and Lonan Area Plan Order 2005 that are considered specifically relevant
Policy L/TRT/PR/8
There are four policies within the Laxey and Lonan Area Plan Order 2005 that are considered specifically relevant
Policy L/OSNC/PR/1
There are four policies within the Laxey and Lonan Area Plan Order 2005 that are considered specifically relevant
Policy L/CRB/PR/4
There are four policies within the Laxey and Lonan Area Plan Order 2005 that are considered specifically relevant
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
