10 May 2005 · Delegated
7, Meadowbrook Gardens, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 2nt
The proposal at 7 Meadowbrook Gardens involved three linked changes: a new first-floor extension built over the existing garage, conversion of the rear portion of the garage into habitable accommodation, and widening of the driveway so that two cars could park side by side. The site is the curtilage of a semi-detached house. The officer assessed the impact on the street scene and on neighbouring properties, concluding that the space to the side of the building and its orientation meant the extension would cause no adverse effects on either. Parking was considered satisfactory despite the garage being shortened by the conversion, provided the driveway widening was carried out first. The application was approved by delegated decision with three conditions.
The extension was judged acceptable because the building's orientation and the available space to the side meant it would not harm the street scene or neighbours. Parking provision remained satisfactory on the basis that the driveway would be widened to take two cars before other works proceeded.
Government Circular No 57/01 (Delegation of Functions to Director of Planning and Building Control)
I confirm that this decision accords with Government Circular No 57/01 (Delegation of Functions to Director of Planning and Building Control).
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 submitted drawings which are date-stamped 18th February 2005.
Condition 3
The proposed driveway widening must be completed prior to the commencement of the other works here permitted.
