6 September 2011 · Delegated
10, Alexander Drive, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3qe
Permission was granted for the installation of replacement windows and a door at 10 Alexander Drive, Douglas, Isle of Man, a mid-terrace two-storey dwelling on the northern side of the road. The main planning consideration was whether the proposed replacements would affect the character of the Conservation Area in which the property sits. The application was approved, indicating the proposal was judged to be acceptable in that respect. The decision was made on 6 September 2011 by the Development Control Manager under delegated authority, with two conditions attached.
The application was approved on 6 September 2011. The key planning consideration was the impact of the replacement windows and door on the character of the Conservation Area, and the proposal was found acceptable on that basis.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan, 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.
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.
Condition 1
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Condition 2
This approval relates to the installation of replacement windows and door to dwelling, 10 Alexander Drive, Douglas as shown by PL001 and Photographs x 4 received 5th August 2011.
