18 November 2024 · Delegated
Ballacaroon, Mount Rule, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM4 4hw
Permission was granted for a single storey extension to the west elevation of Ballacaroon, a substantial dwelling on West Baldwin Road, Mount Rule, Braddan. The dwelling was itself recently completed under an earlier planning permission. The site sits within a residential curtilage of approximately 0.5 hectares, with the A23 to the north, Mount Rule Equestrian Centre to the west, and an unmade access lane to the east. The main planning consideration was the visual impact of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the surrounding area and the property. The application was approved under delegated authority on 18 November 2024, subject to one condition.
The application was approved on 18 November 2024 under delegated authority. The key planning consideration was the visual impact of the extension on the character and appearance of the area and the property itself, which was found to be acceptable.
Environment Policy 1
would comply with Environmental Policy 1
Housing Policy 15
Housing Policy 15: The extension or alteration of existing traditionally styled properties in the countryside will normally only be approved where these respect the proportion, form and appearance of the existing property. Only exceptionally will permission be granted for extensions which measure more than 50% of the existing building in terms of floor space (measured externally).
Planning Circular 3/91 - Guide to the Design of Residential Development in the Countryside
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
