16 November 2006 · Delegated
Ballachrink Croft, Ballacorey Road, Bride, Isle Of Man, IM7 4aw
Permission was granted to erect a new dwelling to replace the existing cottage at Ballachrink Croft, Ballacorey Road, Bride, Isle of Man. The site is an unoccupied two-storey detached property on the southern side of Ballacorey Road, south of Bride Village, with agricultural fields to the south and west and a residential property to the east. The officer report identified three main planning issues: access and highway matters, the impact of the development on the surrounding countryside, and the materials to be used in construction. The site has some natural screening from hedgerows, bushes, and trees along its boundaries. The application was approved on 16 November 2006 under delegated authority, with seven conditions attached to the permission.
The application was approved by the Director of Planning and Building Control under delegated authority on 16 November 2006. The key planning issues considered were access and highway matters, impacts on the countryside, and the choice of materials for the new dwelling.
Isle of Man Planning Scheme (Development Plan) Order 1982
Land Use Zoning / Policy
Planning Circular 1/88
Land Use Zoning / Policy
Planning Circular 3/91
Guide to the Design of Residential Development in the Countryside
Housing Policy 14
Conclusion
Housing Policy 14: Where a replacement dwelling is permitted, it must not be substantially different to the existing in terms of siting and size, unless changes of siting or size would result in an overall environmental improvement; the new buildi ng should therefore generally be sited on the "footprint" of the existing, and should have a floor area (1), which is not more than 50% greater than that of the original building (floor areas should be measured externally and should not include attic space or outbuildings). Generally, the design of the new building should be in accordance with Policies 27 of the present Planning Circular 3/91, (which will be revised and issued as a Planning Policy Statement). Exceptionally, permission may be granted for bui ldings of innovative, modern design where this is of high quality and would not result in adverse visual impact; designs should incorporate the re -use of such stone and slate as are still in place on the site, and in general, new fabric should be finished to match the materials of the original building. Consideration may be given to proposals which result in a larger dwelling where this involves the replacement of an existing dwelling of poor form with one of more traditional character, or where, by its design or siting, there would be less visual impact. 8.11.3 It is unlikely that permission will be given for permanent replacement of dwellings which were never intended to have a permanent residential use, such as chalets and other structures built of materials for only temporary or seasonal use. 8.12 Extensions to Residential Property 8.12.1 Extensions to Dwellings in built up areas or sites designated for residential use As a general policy, in built up areas not controlled by Conservation Area or Registered Building policies, there will be a gener al presumption in favour of extensions to existing property where such extensions would not have an adverse impact on either adjacent property or the surrounding area in general. (3) Floor Space is defined in Appendix 1 (1) Floor Area is defined in Appendix 1 8.12.2 Extensions to properties in the countryside As there is a general p olicy against development in the Island's countryside, it is important that where development exists, either in an historic or recently approved form, it should not, when altered or extended detract from the amenities of the countryside. Care therefore, must be taken to control the size and form of extensions to property in the countryside. In the case of traditional properties, the proportion and form of the building is sensitively balanced and extensions of inappropriate size or proportions will not be ac ceptable where these destroy the existing character of the property. In the case of non -traditional properties, where these are of poor or unsympathetic appearance, extensions which would increase the impact of the property will generally not be acceptable . It may be preferable to consider the redevelopment of non -traditional dwellings or properties of poor form with buildings of a more traditional style and in these cases, the Department may consider an increase in size of the replacement property over and above the size of the building to be replaced, where improvements to the appearance of the property would justify this.
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 documents and drawings 06/62/01 and 06/62/02 all received on 9th August 2006.
Condition 3
In the interests of road safety three off street parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the dwelling.
Condition 4
The roof(s) must be finished in dark natural slate.
Condition 5
Prior to the occupation of the dwelling, details of the driveway arrangements and materials to be used must be submitted to and approved by the Planning Department.
Condition 6
No trees which in curtilage of the site are to be topped, lopped or felled.
Condition 7
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2005 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order) no extensions, greenhouses, walls, gates, fences, garden sheds, summerhouses, flag poles, decking, garages, or tanks for the storage of oil for domestic heating shall be erected within the area of Parkland to Ballachrink Croft.
