24 May 2013 · Delegated
Tranent, Churchtown, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM7 2an
This application sought permission to erect an extension to a dwelling at Tranent, Churchtown, Ramsey on the Isle of Man. The site sits within the residential curtilage of a detached property on the southern side of the B17 road, near its junction with the A3. At the time of the application, the main dwelling had been substantially constructed but had not been completed or occupied. The case officer, Mr A Holmes, recommended approval. Permission was granted on 24 May 2013 through delegated decision. The available evidence does not set out detailed planning reasons beyond the officer's recommendation to approve.
The application was permitted on 24 May 2013 under delegated authority. The officer recommended approval, and the decision aligns with that recommendation. Limited detail is available beyond the site description and recommendation.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
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.
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).
