17 September 2008 · Delegated
5, Spinney Close, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 1nf
This application sought permission for alterations to a dwelling at 5 Spinney Close, Douglas, a split-level property on the northern side of a cul-de-sac. The application was refused on 17 September 2008 under delegated authority. The officer's report identified the main planning issues as the potential impact on neighbouring properties and on the appearance of the street scene. The available evidence is limited to the officer report, so the specific nature of the alterations and the detailed reasons for refusal are not fully documented here.
The application was refused on 17 September 2008. The officer's report identified the key planning concerns as the impact on neighbouring properties and the impact on the street scene. The decision was made under delegated authority.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
The proposed dormer to the south elevation would be contrary to General Policy 2 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007
General Policy 2: Development which is in accordance with the land-use zoning and proposals in the appropriate Area Plan and with other policies of this Strategic Plan will normally be permitted, provided that the development: (a) is in accordance with the design brief in the Area Plan where there is such a brief; (b) respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping of buildings and the spaces around them; (c) does not affect adversely the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape; (d) does not adversely affect the protected wildlife or locally important habitats on the site or adjacent land, including water courses; (e) does not affect adversely public views of the sea; (f) incorporates where possible existing topography and landscape features, particularly trees and sod banks; (g) does not affect adversely the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality; (h) provides satisfactory amenity standards in itself, including where appropriate safe and convenient access for all highway users, together with adequate parking, servicing and manoeuvring space; (i) does not have an unacceptable effect on road safety or traffic flows on the local highways; (j) can be provided with all necessary services; (k) does not prejudice the use or development of adjoining land in accordance with the appropriate Area Plan; (l) is not on contaminated land or subject to unreasonable risk of erosion or flooding; (m) takes account of community and personal safety and security in the design of buildings and the spaces around them; and (n) is designed having due regard to best practice in reducing energy consumption. 6.3 Development outside of areas zoned for development
