17 October 2024 · Delegated
2, Osborne Terrace, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 3lh
Permission was granted for the installation of a replacement front boundary wall and railings at 2 Osborne Terrace, Douglas, Isle of Man. The property is a mid-terrace house on the north side of Osborne Terrace, with an existing front boundary wall featuring cast iron railings and a gate. The application was determined under delegated authority and approved on 17 October 2024, with two conditions attached. The officer report noted parking as a key planning consideration.
The application was approved by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture on 17 October 2024. The proposal involved replacing the front boundary wall and cast iron railings at a mid-terrace house on Osborne Terrace, and was considered acceptable under the relevant planning policies.
General Policy 2
The proposal is considered to comply with General Policy 2
Environment Policy 34
Environment Policy 34: In the maintenance, alteration or extension of pre -1920 buildings, the use of traditional materials will be preferred. 7.29 Development within Conservation Areas 7.29.1 Conservation Areas are designated where the Department is satisfied that there is an area of special architectural or historic interest, the character of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance. Accordingly, the Department will; i. appraise and review existing Conservation Areas; and ii. designate new Conservation Areas where Conservation Area appraisals have revealed individual areas to be worthy of such status. 7.29.2 Development proposals within Conservation Areas will be expected either to preserve or enhance their character or appearanc e. Development proposals should be in accordance with the Department's conservation policies set out in Planning Policy Statement 1/01, "Policy and Guidance Notes for the Conservation of the Historic Environment of the Isle of Man." There is generally gra nt assistance available to help in the use of appropriate materials and positive and appropriate development within Conservation Areas.
Environment Policy 35
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.
Strategic Policy 4
policies that are considered materially relevant
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
Condition 2
The approved boundary wall, railings and gates as shown on drawing no. PL03, received on 1st September 2024, shall be completed within 6 months of the date of the approval.
