27 June 2022 · Delegated
32, Derby Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3et
Permission was granted for replacement windows at 32 Derby Road, Douglas, Isle of Man — a three-storey end-of-terrace property with rooms in the roof space, located on the north side of Derby Road at its junction with Melbourne Street. The application was assessed against the statutory Section 18(4) test and considered in terms of its impact on the character and appearance of the property and the surrounding area. The officer recommended approval and the decision was made on a delegated basis. Permission was granted subject to one condition.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the replacement windows on a delegated basis. The officer assessed the proposal against the relevant statutory test and found it acceptable in terms of its effect on the character and appearance of the property and surrounding area.
Town and Country Planning Act (1999)
The proposal complies with Section 18(4) of the Town and Country Act (1999)
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
The proposal complies with Section 18(4) of the Town and Country Act (1999) and Environment Policy 35 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
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.
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
