30 July 2020 · Delegated
9, Meadowbrook Gardens, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 2nt
This retrospective application sought permission for alterations to the roof of an existing extension, installation of bi-fold doors, and changes to the vehicle access at 9 Meadowbrook Gardens, Douglas. The property is a two storey semi-detached house situated at the end of a cul-de-sac within a residential development. The officer's assessment focused on two main issues: the visual impact of the development on the surrounding area, and the potential effects on neighbouring properties in terms of overlooking, loss of light, overbearing impact, and privacy. The neighbouring semi-detached property at No.10 has a comparable extension built above the garage with a matching ridge height. The application was permitted on 30 July 2020 through delegated decision.
The application was permitted on 30 July 2020 under delegated authority. The officer assessed the visual impact of the development and its effect on neighbouring amenity, including overlooking, loss of light, overbearing impact, and privacy, and recommended approval.
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
Predominantly Residential
the application site is within an area designated as 'Predominantly Residential' under the Douglas Local Plan 1998
Residential Design Guide 2019
the broad principles for extending properties as detailed in the Residential Design guide
