31 December 2012 · Delegated
Ashleigh, Ballacraine, St. Johns, Isle Of Man, IM4 3ls
Permission was granted for the erection of a conservatory to the rear elevation of Ashleigh, a detached dwelling at Ballacraine, St Johns, Isle of Man. The site sits to the southern side of the highway, with Allanson Nursery to the south and west, and a semi-detached property at 2 The Willows to the east. The officer's report identified the main planning considerations as the potential impact on the amenities of local residents and the effect on the character and appearance of the property. The application was approved on a delegated basis, with two conditions attached to the permission.
The Department of Infrastructure approved the application on a delegated basis, subject to two conditions. The key planning considerations were the impact on neighbouring residents' amenities and the effect on the character and appearance of the property, both of which were found to be acceptable.
With the exception of appropriate extensions and alterations to existing property which will generally be acceptable, outside of development areas 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 new residential development will only be approved where this complies with Planning Circulars 1/88, 3/88 and 3/89.
specifically material to the assessment of the planning application
No residential development will be permitted where this would adversely affect the existing historic setting of Tynwald Hill and its associated open spaces.
specifically material to the assessment of the planning application
As a general policy, in built up areas not controlled by Conservation Area or Registered Building policies, there will be a general presumption in favour of extensions to existing property where such extensions would not have an adverse impact on either adjacent property or the surrounding area in general.
appropriate to consider
in Recreation Policy 3 and Appendix 6. The latter provides examples of the size and type of provision required. 8.11 Open Space and Recreation 8.12 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan Context 8.12.1 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan identifies that Open Space in towns and villages on the Island forms an integral part of the fabric of community life, taking various forms and serving many purposes. Open Space ranges from the formal, such as formally laid parks and play areas, to the informal, such as open countryside, glens and the extensive public footpath network. The need for Open Space is that it forms part of the Island's heritage as well as being an attractive and usable asset. In the wider context, it provides visual and spiritual relief from the developed urban settlements on the Island, and provides recreational enjoyment in respect of various active and some less active forms of sporting activity. Open Spaces also provide a means of improving the health and fitness of the Island's population.
Condition 1
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Condition 2
This permission relates to the erection of a conservatory as shown in drawings 499.03d received 21st November 2012.
