17 March 2017 · Delegated
115, Slieau Dhoo, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5ld
Permission was granted for alterations to a detached bungalow at 115 Slieau Dhoo, Douglas, Isle of Man. The works comprised the installation of a first floor tri-fold door, the creation of a dormer window, and the installation of two roof lights. The site is a residential property on the south side of Slieau Road, situated on a steep section of highway that allows for garaging beneath the main floor level. The officer's assessment focused on the visual impact of the proposed changes on the character of the dwelling and on the wider street scene. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application on 17 March 2017, having found the proposed alterations acceptable in planning terms. One condition was attached to the permission.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application on 17 March 2017. The key planning considerations were the visual impact on the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and the effect on the surrounding street scene, both of which were found to be acceptable.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
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 use
the application site is located within a wider area of land that is designated as predominantly residential use
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
