The application site comprises the residential curtilage of a semi-detached dwelling located in Fuchsia Close in Peel. The dwelling is a modern two-storey dwelling located within a recently constructed residential estate. The property is the end dwelling of a short run of semi-detached and detached properties, with an open car park area situated immediately to the west.
The Proposal
The proposal comprises alterations and erection of a two-storey extension to side elevation to replace an existing garage.
Planning History
The application site has not been the subject of any previous planning applications that are considered specifically material to the assessment of this current planning application.
Planning Policy
In terms of local plan policy, the application site is within an area recognised as being within predominantly residential use under the Isle of Man Planning Scheme (Peel Local Plan) Order 1989.
In terms of strategic plan policy, the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007 contains one policy that is considered specifically material to the assessment of this current planning application. General Policy 2 states:
"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;
Application No.:
11/01547/B
Applicant:
Mr Jason Bulliment
Proposal:
Alterations and erection of a two storey extension to side elevation to replace existing garage
Site Address:
9 Fuchsia Close Reayrt Ny Keylley Peel Isle Of Man IM5 1GL
Case Officer:
Mr A Holmes
Photo Taken:
Site Visit:
22.11.2011
Expected Decision Level:
Officer Delegation
(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."
Paragraph 8.12.1 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007 states "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."
REPRESENTATIONS
The Department of Infrastructure Highways Division do not oppose the planning application.
ASSESSMENT
The planning application seeks planning approval for alterations and erection of a two-storey extension to side elevation to replace an existing garage. The proposed development comprises the replacement of an existing single storey element with garage and utility room with a two-storey extension with garage and utility room at ground floor and bedroom at first floor.
Given the position of the property at the end of a row of dwellings adjacent to a comparatively open area of parking it is considered that the proposed alteration and extension will have an acceptable impact on the street scene and public amenity. As for private amenity the proposed development is located and positioned sufficient distance from other property so as not cause undue harm. Car parking arrangements are unchanged the proposal meaning that highway safety is not affected.
The proposal is not considered to affect any other obvious material planning consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the planning application be approved.
PARTY STATUS
It is considered that the following parties that made representations to the planning application should not be afforded interested party status:
The Department of Infrastructure Highways Division {{table:13334}} Conditions and Notes for Approval / Reasons and Notes for Refusal
C: Conditions for approval N: Notes attached to conditions R: Reasons for refusal O: Notes attached to refusals
C 1.
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
C 2.
This approval relates to the location plan, site plan and drawing no.s 01, 02 and 04 date stamped the 3rd November 2011.
I confirm that this decision accords with the appropriate Government Circular delegating functions to Director of Planning and Building Control / Development Control Manager.
Decision Made : Permitted Date : 20 December 2011
Signed : Michael Gallagher Director of Planning and Building Control
OR
Signed : Jennifer Chance Development Control Manager
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Source & Provenance
Official reference
11/01547/B
Source authority
Isle of Man Government Planning & Building Control
