17 September 2008 · Delegated
5, Windsor Terrace, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 3lu
The proposal is described as alterations and extensions to the dwelling at 5 Windsor Terrace, Douglas (within the curtilage of the property). The property is a substantial terraced dwelling located to the east of Windsor Terrace. Officer site observations state that, due to the basement areas location, orientation and screening from boundary walls, the proposed extension would not be highly visible from the street scene. The portal decision records the application as permitted (approved).
The application was decided as permitted (approved) under delegated authority. The provided officer observations highlight that the extension is not highly visible from the street scene due to its basement-related location, orientation and boundary-wall screening. No other decision reasons are provided in the supplied material. The formal decision record lists 2 conditions.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
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 Policy Statement 1/01 'Conservation of the Historic Environment of the Isle of Man'
When considering proposals for the possible development of any land or buildings which fall within the conservation area, the impact of such proposals upon the special character of the area, will be a material consideration
POLICY CA/2 SPECIAL PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS When considering proposals for the possible development of any land or buildings which fall within the conservation area, the impact of such proposals upon the special character of the area, will be a material consideration when assessing the application. Where a development is proposed for land which, although not within the boundaries of the conservation area, would affect its context or setting, or views into or out of the area; such issues should be given special consideration where the character or appearance of a conservation area may be affected.
Schedule Of Conditions
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Schedule Of Conditions
This permission relates to the extension and alterations as shown drawings and information 0638/PL01 submitted and date stamped 29th April 2008.
