13 June 2014 · Delegated
Erin Newsagents, 11, Station Road, Port Erin, Isle Of Man, IM9 6ae
Permission was granted for the installation of replacement windows to the front and rear elevations of 11 Station Road, Port Erin, a three-storey mid-terrace property. The ground floor is a retail unit with a shop frontage, while the upper floors are residential. The existing windows are timber sliding sashes, with a central glazing bar to the rear. The main planning consideration was whether the replacement windows would affect the character and appearance of the property and the surrounding street scene. The application was assessed and permitted under delegated authority on 13 June 2014, with one condition attached.
The application was permitted on 13 June 2014 under delegated authority. The key planning consideration was the impact of the replacement windows on the character and appearance of the property and the wider street scene, which was found to be acceptable.
Environment Policy 35 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan
Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area
Environment Policy 35: Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area, and will ensure that the special features contributing to the character and quality are protected against inappropriate development. 7.30 Development adjacent to Conservation Areas 7.30.1 It is often the case that important views into and out of a Conservation Area can contribute significantly to its character. It is necessary to assess the impact any development adjacent to conservation areas may have on such views.
Planning Circular 1/98
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
