9 October 2025 · Delegated
Dhoon Villa, Rencell Hill, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7bj
This application sought retrospective permission for the installation of replacement windows and a door at Dhoon Villa, Rencell Hill, Laxey. The work had already been carried out before planning permission was obtained. The property is described as a traditional double-fronted two-storey house with tall chimney stacks, painted rendered walls, and a slate roof. It sits at an elevated position above street level, set back from the Rencell Hill junction, with mature vegetation along the boundary. The application was approved by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture on 9 October 2025, with one condition attached.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the retrospective installation of replacement windows and a door at Dhoon Villa. The application was permitted under delegated authority, with one condition attached to the approval.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
require development to protect the site surroundings and to not adversely affect the character
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
permit only development that would preserve or enhance the character of the site
Environment Policy 35: Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area, and will ensure that the special features contributing to the character and quality are protected against inappropriate development. 7.30 Development adjacent to Conservation Areas 7.30.1 It is often the case that important views into and out of a Conservation Area can contribute significantly to its character. It is necessary to assess the impact any development adjacent to conservation areas may have on such views.
Planning Policy Statement 1/01 - Policy CA/2 (Conservation Areas)
POLICY CA/2 SPECIAL PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS When considering proposals for the possible development of any land or buildings which fall within the conservation area, the impact of such proposals upon the special character of the area, will be a material consideration when assessing the application. Where a development is proposed for land which, although not within the boundaries of the conservation area, would affect its context or setting, or views into or out of the area; such issues should be given special consideration where the character or appearance of a conservation area may be affected.
Condition 1
Within 2 months of the date of this decision astragal bars, vertical and horizontal, shall be attached to the external surface of the windows as per the original pattern within the front elevation at ground and first floor level. The detail shall be maintained and retained hereinafter.
