13 March 2024 · Delegated
Meadowfield, Croit E Caley, Colby, Isle Of Man, IM9 4aw
The proposal was for an extension to the east elevation of Meadowfield House, Croit E Caley, Colby. The house is a modern take on traditional form, visible from the main road and adjacent steam railway line. The extension would replace a large patio in a shady east-facing spot behind the house. Permission was granted on 13 March 2024 by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture. The key issue of visual impact on the existing dwelling was addressed acceptably, with one condition imposed.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application. The visual impact on the existing dwelling was considered acceptable. One condition was attached.
General Policy 2 (b, c, g)
acceptable visual and amenity impact
Transport Policy 3
proposal is not to undermine Transport Policy 3
Transport Policy 3: New development on or around existing and former rail routes should not compromise their attraction as a tourism and leisure facility or their potential as public transport routes, or cycle / leisure footpath routes. 11.3 Highways and Traffic 11.3.1 The ability of new and existing highways to safely and efficiently accommodate the traffic generated by new development is an important factor when considering the location and layout of new development. Not only must the tr affic routes involved be of a size which is capable of taking the projected volume of traffic but they must also be designed so that points of potential traffic conflict such as junctions and roundabouts are in an appropriate location and of a suitable des ign, including provision for pedestrians. The need for new and improved highways in order to facilitate new development must be balanced against the environmental objectives of this plan.
Environment Policy 42
promotes development taking account of locality in design
pment. 8.13.2 The extent of formal open space with in settlement boundaries in the South is identified on the Proposals Map (Map 3) and Inset Maps (Maps 4-7). The Isle of Man Strategic Plan (Environment Policy 42) seeks to protect these open spaces and indicates that: 8.13.3 "Inappropriate backland development, and the removal of open or green spaces which contribute to the visual amenity and sense of place of a partic ular area will not be permitted.''
Community Policy 7
prevent criminal activity and reduce spread of fire
Community Policy 7: The design of new development and the extension and refurbishment of existing buildings and development must, as far as is reasonably practical, pay due regard to existing best practice so as to help prevent criminal and anti-social behaviour. 10.12.2 The Isle of Man Constabulary has suggested that neighbourhood police stations, where the public can meet police officers, are needed to improve community safety. In the majority of cases these will need to be provided within existin g communities as opportunities arise. Consideration should be given to incorporating such facilities in larger new developments in association with other community facilities.
Infrastructure Policy 5
conserve the Island's water
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
