16 December 2019 · Delegated
9, Mourne View, Peel, Isle Of Man, IM5 1uj
This application at 9 Mourne View, Peel sought permission for a range of alterations and extensions, including a side extension with living accommodation at ground floor and storage at basement level, an extension to the utility and garage at the front, and the creation of patio doors at the rear in place of an existing window. The application was refused by delegated decision on 16 December 2019. The officer's report noted that the land slopes down towards the coast, with neighbouring properties at Nos. 7 and 8 Mourne View sitting at lower levels than the application site. The decision identified two specific harms. The proposed side extension, because of its elevated height and the inclusion of large glazed areas on the rear elevation, would cause unacceptable overlooking and loss of privacy for the occupants of No.
The application was refused on two grounds. First, the proposed side extension, due to its elevated height and large areas of rear glazing, would cause unacceptable overlooking and loss of privacy for the occupants of No. 7 Mourne View. Second, the extended external terrace would also result in unacceptable overlooking of the same neighbouring property.
Refusal Reasons
General Policy 2
does not affect adversely the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality
Residential Design Guide
Residential Design Guide
General Policy 2
respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping
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
