27 September 2017 · Delegated
60, Beech Grove, Ballasalla, Isle Of Man, IM9 2dx
Permission was granted for works at 60 Beech Grove, Ballasalla, a detached bungalow in a residential area. The proposal covered a rear extension, replacing the existing flat roof with a pitched roof, converting the attached single garage into living accommodation, and making alterations to the driveway. The officer's report identified two main planning issues: the effect of the works on the appearance of the property and streetscene and on neighbouring living conditions, and the impact of losing the garage on highway safety and parking. The existing driveway was noted as providing some off-street parking capacity. The application was approved under delegated authority, with two conditions attached to the permission.
The application was approved by delegated decision on 27 September 2017. The key planning considerations were whether the physical works would harm the appearance of the dwelling and streetscene or affect neighbouring living conditions, and whether converting the garage would create problems for highway safety or parking. Both issues were resolved in favour of the proposal.
General Policy 2
compliance with part (b) of General Policy 2
General Policy 2
parts (b), (c), (g), (h) and (i) of General Policy 2
General Policy 2
parts (b), (c), (g), (h) and (i) of General Policy 2
General Policy 2
parts (b), (c), (g), (h) and (i) of General Policy 2
General Policy 2
parts (b), (c), (g), (h) and (i) of General Policy 2
Transport Policy 7
Transport Policy 7
Transport Policy 7: The Department will require that in all new development, parking provision must be in accordance with the Department's current standards. The current standards are set out in Appendix 7. 11.5.4 New development can have a significant impact in terms of the traffic generated by it and the impact on the various modes of travel. The Department considers that proposals which are likely to be significant traffic generators should be accompanied by a Transport Assessment(1) which should look at all modes of transport including access by public transport, cycling and on foot.
Extensions to Dwellings in built up areas or sites designated for residential use
paragraph 8.12.1 of the Strategic Plan
in Recreation Policy 3 and Appendix 6. The latter provides examples of the size and type of provision required. 8.11 Open Space and Recreation 8.12 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan Context 8.12.1 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan identifies that Open Space in towns and villages on the Island forms an integral part of the fabric of community life, taking various forms and serving many purposes. Open Space ranges from the formal, such as formally laid parks and play areas, to the informal, such as open countryside, glens and the extensive public footpath network. The need for Open Space is that it forms part of the Island's heritage as well as being an attractive and usable asset. In the wider context, it provides visual and spiritual relief from the developed urban settlements on the Island, and provides recreational enjoyment in respect of various active and some less active forms of sporting activity. Open Spaces also provide a means of improving the health and fitness of the Island's population.
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
Condition 2
The widened driveway as shown on approved Drawing 1412.2 (date-stamped as having been received 21st August 2017) shall be provided prior to the occupation of the dwelling as approved to be altered, and shall not be used for any purpose other than the parking and turning of vehicles associated with the development and shall remain free of obstruction for such use at all times.
