19 February 2019 · Delegated
The Croft, Lheaney Road, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 2jf
This application sought permission to replace the existing glazed UPVC roof on a conservatory at The Croft, Lheaney Road, Ramsey, Isle of Man, with a tiled roof. The conservatory is located to the right-hand side of the front of the property, with a plinth finished to match the house in render and colour, and sits in a prominent position visible from all vantage points. The main planning consideration was the effect of the proposed change on the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and the wider street scene. The application was permitted on 19 February 2019 under delegated authority, with the officer recommending approval.
The application was permitted on 19 February 2019 under delegated authority. The key planning consideration was the impact on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the surrounding street scene. The conservatory sits in a prominent position visible from all angles, and the proposal to replace the glazed roof with tiles was found acceptable.
Predominantly Residential
The site lies within an area zoned as Predominantly Residential
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
the proposal is considered to comply with General Policy 2
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
