25 May 2010 · Committee
Grays Gardens Rear Of, May Hill, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 2js
This application sought permission to refurbish an existing garage and erect two pairs of two lock-up garages at land to the rear of residential properties at Grays Gardens, May Hill, Ramsey, Isle of Man. The site was described in the officer's report as mostly undeveloped and in an overgrown state. The case officer, Mr Chris Balmer, recommended the application be permitted. The application was decided by committee and was permitted on 25 May 2010. There is a notable planning history for the site, with seven previous applications on record.
The application was permitted by committee on 25 May 2010. The officer also recommended approval. The site was described as mostly undeveloped and in an overgrown state to the rear of residential properties, and the proposal to refurbish an existing garage and add two pairs of lock-up garages was considered acceptable.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan
proposed development would be acceptable to the Isle of Man Strategic Plan
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
Ramsey Local Plan
3.14 Policy R/R/P3: Infill/Backland Sites Within areas zoned for Predominantly Residential use there will be a general presumption against the development of those sites which provide attractive, natural "breathing" spaces between established residential buildings. These sites will often include trees, mature landscaping, or simply green space. Any possible development of such sites should form the subject of consultation with the Office of Planning prior to the submission of any application.
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