12 February 2013 · Committee
Graystones, Ballakillowey Road, Colby, Isle Of Man, IM9 4bn
Permission was granted for alterations and the erection of a two storey extension to the dwelling known as Graystones on Ballakillowey Road, Colby, Isle of Man. The property is a traditional cottage situated on the eastern side of Ballakillowey Road, which had previously been extended to the rear in a flat roof, two storey form. The main planning consideration was whether the proposed extensions would respect the proportion, form, and appearance of the existing building. The Department of Infrastructure approved the application on 12 February 2013, subject to compliance with two conditions.
The Department of Infrastructure approved the application on 12 February 2013, subject to two conditions. The central planning question was whether the proposed extensions would respect the proportion, form, and appearance of the existing property, and the application was found to meet that test.
The extension or alteration of existing traditionally styled properties in the countryside
the extension complies with the requirements of HP 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).
Condition 1
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Condition 2
This approval relates to the alterations and extensions shown in drawings 1209/01, 1209/02 and 1209/03 all received on 11th December, 2012.