7 August 2014 · Delegated
3, Glen Maye Park, Glen Maye, Isle Of Man, IM5 3ax
Permission was granted for a first floor extension over the garage at 3 Glen Maye Park, Glen Maye, Isle of Man. The application was decided by delegated authority on 7 August 2014. The officer's assessment focused on three main issues: the potential impact on the residential amenity of the neighbouring property at No. 2 Glen Maye Park (a bungalow), the effect on the appearance of the application dwelling itself, and the broader impact on the street scene. The application building sits close to the boundary with No. 2 Glen Maye Park, and a site visit was carried out to assess views from that property's conservatory.
The application was permitted on 7 August 2014 under delegated authority. The officer recommended approval after considering the impact on the neighbouring bungalow at No. 2 Glen Maye Park, the appearance of the existing dwelling, and the wider street scene.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
Overall, it is concluded that the planning application is in accordance with General Policy 2
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
Overall, it is concluded that the planning application is in accordance with General Policy 2 and 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.
