17 February 2009 · Committee
13, Harcroft Avenue, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 1pf
This application sought permission to convert and extend the single garage at 13 Harcroft Avenue, Douglas, to create ancillary living accommodation. The proposal was an amendment to an earlier application and related to a detached bungalow on the southern side of the road, where the garage is set back from the front of the building and adjoins the neighbouring property's garage. The main planning issues examined were whether losing the garage would have an unacceptable impact on parking provision, and whether the works would harm neighbouring properties. The application was permitted by committee, with the case officer having recommended approval.
The application was permitted by committee on 17 February 2009. The officer recommended approval, and the key planning issues considered were the effect on parking from losing the garage and the impact on neighbouring properties.
As a general policy, in built up areas not controlled by Conservation Area or Registered Building policies, there will be a general 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
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