27 August 2019 · Committee
6, Willowbrook Gardens, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 2qq
Permission was granted for alterations and an extension to the front elevation of 6 Willowbrook Gardens, Douglas, along with replacement of the existing conservatory roof with tiles. The property is a semi-detached two-storey dwelling on the eastern side of Willowbrook Gardens, which already has a two-storey side extension and a single-storey rear conservatory. The main planning considerations were the potential impact on the character and appearance of the street scene and any effects on neighbouring properties. The application was approved by committee on 27 August 2019, subject to one condition.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application. The key planning considerations were the impact on the character and appearance of the street scene and the effect on neighbouring properties, both of which were found to be acceptable.
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
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
Douglas Local Plan Order 1998
The application site is within an area zoned as "Predominantly Residential" identified on the Douglas Local Plan Order 1998
Residential Design Guide (July 2019)
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 and Residential Design Guide 2019
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
