Solar panels and roof alterations to dwelling (partial retrospective)

Why Was This Approved?

• ✓Solar panels and roof alterations to a dwelling, partly retrospective
• ✓Panels are noticeable from public view but partially screened by boundary landscaping
• ✓Approved with three conditions attached
• ✓Decision made under delegated authority

This application sought permission for solar panels and associated roof alterations to a dwelling at The Retreat, Surby Road, Ballafesson, Port Erin. The application was partly retrospective, meaning some works had already been carried out before permission was granted. The officer noted that the solar panels are visible from public view, but that landscaping along the western boundary fronting Surby Road helps to reduce their appearance. The site has a notable planning history, with seven previous applications recorded. Permission was granted on 3 February 2012 with three conditions attached. The decision was made by the Development Control Manager under delegated authority.

The application was permitted by the Development Control Manager under delegated authority. The solar panels are visible from public view, but existing landscaping along the western boundary fronting Surby Road helps reduce their visual impact to an acceptable level.

Policies Assessed (3)

Conditions (3)

1. 1

   Condition 1

   The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.

2. 2

   Condition 2

   This approval relates to the solar panels and roof alterations to dwelling (partial retrospective) as proposed in the submitted documents and drawing 1242-11 all received on 30th November 2011.

3. 3

   Condition 3

   The roof(s) must be finished in dark natural slate.

Planning History (7)

Documents (9)