16 October 2019 · Delegated
29, The Park, Onchan, Isle Of Man, IM3 1hr
This application sought permission for alterations to a detached two-storey house at 29 The Park, Onchan, including a rear two-storey extension, installation of a heat pump to the rear of the garage, widening of the access, and relocation of a tree. The application was refused on 16 October 2019 by a delegated Principal Planner. The decision was based on the visual impact of the proposed extension, which was considered to cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the street scene. The key concern was that the large two-storey flat-roofed extension would be clearly visible from the street and did not meet the best practice design standards set out in the Department's Residential Design Guidance.
The application was refused because the proposed large two-storey flat-roofed extension would be clearly visible from the street and would cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the street scene. It was found not to meet the best practice design standards set out in the Department's Residential Design Guidance.
Refusal Reasons
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design
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
Onchan Local Plan 2000
extensions and alterations to existing residential property will generally not be opposed where such proposals are appropriate in terms of scale, massing, design, appearance and impact on adjacent property
