14 July 2020 · Delegated
St. Aubyn, 14, Selborne Drive, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3ls
Permission was granted for an extension to 14 Selborne Drive, Douglas, a part three and one storey Victorian detached dwelling located on the corner of Selborne Drive and Tennis Road. The surrounding area is characterised by terraced, semi-detached, and detached properties from the Victorian and Edwardian era. The officer assessed two main planning issues: the visual impact of the proposed extension on the appearance of the building and its surroundings, and the potential effects on neighbouring properties in terms of overlooking, loss of light, overbearing impact, and privacy. The application was approved by delegated decision on 14 July 2020, subject to one condition, with the officer having recommended approval.
The application was approved on 14 July 2020 by delegated decision. The key planning considerations were the visual impact of the extension on the character of the area and its effect on the amenity of neighbouring properties, including overlooking, loss of light, overbearing impact, and privacy. Both issues were found to be acceptable.
respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping of buildings and the spaces around them
the design and scale of the extension would comply with the planning policies, specifically those sections of General Policy 2(b),(c),(g)
does not affect adversely the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape
the design and scale of the extension would comply with the planning policies, specifically those sections of General Policy 2(b),(c),(g)
does not affect adversely the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality
the design and scale of the extension would comply with the planning policies, specifically those sections of General Policy 2(b),(c),(g)
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.
the design and scale of the extension would comply with the planning policies, specifically those sections of General Policy 2(b),(c),(g) and Environmental Policy 35 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016.
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
Replacement of existing windows, door and double doors with white UPVC sliding sash window units
Installation of replacement windows and doors
Alterations, erection of an extension and widen existing driveway
Alterations, erection of extensions and widen existing driveway
Installation of replacement patio doors
Installation of UPVC windows to replace existing to front dormers
