27 September 2010 · Committee
Cronk Ny Geayee, Corlea Road, Ballasalla, Isle Of Man, IM9 3ba
Permission was granted for the erection of a replacement dwelling at Cronk-Ny-Geayee, Corlea Road, Ballasalla on the Isle of Man. The application was considered by the Planning Committee, which approved it on 27 September 2010. The site has a notable change in level, sloping downward from north west to south east by approximately 16 metres. The officer recommended approval and the committee agreed, granting permission subject to six conditions. No refusal reasons were recorded and the decision was consistent with the officer's recommendation.
The Planning Committee approved the application on 27 September 2010. The officer also recommended approval. No refusal reasons were recorded and six conditions were attached to the permission.
Housing Policy 14
Housing Policy 14: Where a replacement dwelling is permitted, it must not be substantially different to the existing in terms of siting and size, unless changes of siting or size would result in an overall environmental improvement; the new buildi ng should therefore generally be sited on the "footprint" of the existing, and should have a floor area (1), which is not more than 50% greater than that of the original building (floor areas should be measured externally and should not include attic space or outbuildings). Generally, the design of the new building should be in accordance with Policies 27 of the present Planning Circular 3/91, (which will be revised and issued as a Planning Policy Statement). Exceptionally, permission may be granted for bui ldings of innovative, modern design where this is of high quality and would not result in adverse visual impact; designs should incorporate the re -use of such stone and slate as are still in place on the site, and in general, new fabric should be finished to match the materials of the original building. Consideration may be given to proposals which result in a larger dwelling where this involves the replacement of an existing dwelling of poor form with one of more traditional character, or where, by its design or siting, there would be less visual impact. 8.11.3 It is unlikely that permission will be given for permanent replacement of dwellings which were never intended to have a permanent residential use, such as chalets and other structures built of materials for only temporary or seasonal use. 8.12 Extensions to Residential Property 8.12.1 Extensions to Dwellings in built up areas or sites designated for residential use As a general policy, in built up areas not controlled by Conservation Area or Registered Building policies, there will be a gener al 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. (3) Floor Space is defined in Appendix 1 (1) Floor Area is defined in Appendix 1 8.12.2 Extensions to properties in the countryside As there is a general p olicy against development in the Island's countryside, it is important that where development exists, either in an historic or recently approved form, it should not, when altered or extended detract from the amenities of the countryside. Care therefore, must be taken to control the size and form of extensions to property in the countryside. In the case of traditional properties, the proportion and form of the building is sensitively balanced and extensions of inappropriate size or proportions will not be ac ceptable where these destroy the existing character of the property. In the case of non -traditional properties, where these are of poor or unsympathetic appearance, extensions which would increase the impact of the property will generally not be acceptable . It may be preferable to consider the redevelopment of non -traditional dwellings or properties of poor form with buildings of a more traditional style and in these cases, the Department may consider an increase in size of the replacement property over and above the size of the building to be replaced, where improvements to the appearance of the property would justify this.
General Policy 3c
Planning Policy Statement 2/09 - The Role of Landscape Character in Development
Type D: Incised Slopes
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 dwelling as a replacement for the existing cottage and barn, as shown in drawings K210/P/10-01, K210/P/10-02, K210/P/10-03, K210/P/10-04, K210/P/11-01 and K210/P/12-01 all received on 2nd August, 2010 and the development must be undertaken in accordance with these plans.
Condition 3
The existing cottage, barn and all outbuildings presently on site must be demolished and the area of these buildings grassed in accordance with the approved plans within two months of the completion of the proposed dwelling.
Condition 4
All planting, seeding or turfing comprised in the approved details of landscaping must be carried out in the first planting and seeding seasons following the completion of the development or the occupation of the dwellings, whichever is the sooner. Any trees or plants which within a period of five years from the completion of the development die, are removed, or become seriously damaged or diseased must be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species.
Condition 5
Prior to the commencement of any works on site including site stripping and demolition, the access as shown in the approved plans must be in place including visibility splays.
Condition 6
The rear (north facing) wall of the master bedroom must be finished in natural stone or as a "living wall".
