29 August 2019 · Delegated
6, Snaefell Crescent, Onchan, Isle Of Man, IM3 4nj
This application sought permission for alterations, a ground and first floor extension, and the addition of rear dormer windows to a single-storey detached dwelling with roof accommodation at 6 Snaefell Crescent, Onchan. The property sits on the eastern side of Snaefell Crescent, with neighbouring dwellings at Nos 4 and 8 on either side. The main planning considerations were the potential impact on the character and appearance of the property and the wider street scene, and any effects on neighbouring properties. The surrounding area consists predominantly of bungalows, a number of which already feature dormers or attic living spaces. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture granted permission on 29 August 2019, subject to one condition. The officer's recommendation was also to approve.
The application was permitted on 29 August 2019, subject to one condition. The officer assessed the proposal against its potential impact on the character and appearance of the property and street scene, and on neighbouring properties, and found it 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
Isle of Man Strategic Plan (2016)
As a general policy, in built up areas not controlled by Conservation Area or Registered Building policies, there will be a general presumption in favour of extensions to existing property where such extensions would not have an adverse impact on either adjacent property or the surrounding area in general.
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.
Residential
The application site is within an area zoned as "Residential"
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
