18 February 2016 · Delegated
31, Wybourn Drive, Onchan, Isle Of Man, IM3 4at
This application sought permission to replace the existing glazed conservatory roof at 31 Wybourn Drive, Onchan, with a new roof using lightweight roof tiles. The property is a single-storey detached dwelling with dormer accommodation, and the conservatory is located on the rear elevation. The main planning consideration was whether the replacement roof would harm the character and appearance of the property and the surrounding area, given that it would be visible from Wybourn Grove and neighbouring properties. The application was permitted by delegated decision on 18 February 2016, subject to one condition, with the officer recommending approval.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application on 18 February 2016, subject to one condition. The officer's assessment focused on the impact on the character and appearance of the property and surrounding area, and found the proposal acceptable.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
accord with the provisions set out in General Policy 2 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
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
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
