2 November 2022 · Delegated
114, Slieau Dhoo, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5ld
Permission was granted for an extension, two roof lights, and a first-floor dormer at 114 Slieau Dhoo, Douglas, a single-storey detached dwelling situated near the corner of Slieau Dhoo and Dreeym Beary. The property already includes a flat-roof garage and a pitched-roof rear extension. The officer assessed three main planning issues: the effect on the house itself, the impact on the character and street scene of the surrounding area, and the effect on neighbouring amenities. The proposal was found acceptable on all three grounds. The decision was made under delegated powers by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, with two conditions attached to the permission.
The application was approved on 2 November 2022 under delegated powers. The officer assessed the proposal against its impact on the existing dwelling, the character and street scene of the area, and the amenities of neighbouring residents, and found it acceptable on all three counts.
Strategic Policy 3
The Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains the following policies that are considered materially relevant
Strategic Policy 3: Proposals for development must ensure that the individual character of our towns and villages is protected or enhanced by: (a) avoiding coalescence and maintaining adequate physical separation between settlements; and (b) having regard in the design of new development to th e use of local materials and character. 4.3.4 Most of our built heritage, our countryside, our coastline and our natural environment is of attraction, value and interest. Surveys commissioned by Government on the quality of life and the importance of heritage in the Isle of Man and internationally, have consistently shown that the historic landscape setting of the Isle of Man scores as t he single most significant factor for residents and visitors in supporting the concept of a specific and positive Manx identity. This "heritage identity" is a result of the combination of a rich diversity of historic sites and monuments, historic building s and residential settlements and a specific range of natural history attributes set within a predominantly rural landscape setting which links modern life to a sense of historic legacy and beauty, the retention of which is strongly supported by Government and the resident community. 4.3.5 The landscapes of the Island are very varied, and their nature and variety is the consequence of thousands of years of interaction between the natural and cultural aspects of the Island through human activity within the enviro nment and an innate respect for the natural and historic qualities they represent. 4.3.6 This landscape heritage is more than simply the sum of its parts. The combination of geology, geomorphology, wildlife, archaeology, history, traditional buildings and the natural settings for traditional activities and customs, combine in the rural and built environment to provide an inseparable element of "Manxness". It provides an overarching context which makes the landscapes of the Isle of Man unique and gives them the value which is acknowledged by those who live here and those who visit. The protection and promotion of this element within Manx society is an important element in central Government policy and the Strategic Plan, which both support the view that these v alued characteristics of the Isle of Man be acknowledged and protected for the future from inappropriate development. 4.3.7 This protection will apply to areas of heritage value, to sites of heritage value and to general traditional landscape settings within the Island which are deemed to contribute to the sense of the Island's heritage identity. Heritage landscape value will therefore be a consideration in all aspects of planning, with a view to retaining and enhancing this value wherever possible.
General Policy 2 (b)
The Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains the following policies that are considered materially relevant
Environment Policy 42
The Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains the following policies that are considered materially relevant
pment. 8.13.2 The extent of formal open space with in settlement boundaries in the South is identified on the Proposals Map (Map 3) and Inset Maps (Maps 4-7). The Isle of Man Strategic Plan (Environment Policy 42) seeks to protect these open spaces and indicates that: 8.13.3 "Inappropriate backland development, and the removal of open or green spaces which contribute to the visual amenity and sense of place of a partic ular area will not be permitted.''
Paragraph 8.12.1
The Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains the following policies that are considered materially relevant
in Recreation Policy 3 and Appendix 6. The latter provides examples of the size and type of provision required. 8.11 Open Space and Recreation 8.12 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan Context 8.12.1 The Isle of Man Strategic Plan identifies that Open Space in towns and villages on the Island forms an integral part of the fabric of community life, taking various forms and serving many purposes. Open Space ranges from the formal, such as formally laid parks and play areas, to the informal, such as open countryside, glens and the extensive public footpath network. The need for Open Space is that it forms part of the Island's heritage as well as being an attractive and usable asset. In the wider context, it provides visual and spiritual relief from the developed urban settlements on the Island, and provides recreational enjoyment in respect of various active and some less active forms of sporting activity. Open Spaces also provide a means of improving the health and fitness of the Island's population.
Community Policy 7
The Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains the following policies that are considered materially relevant
Community Policy 7: The design of new development and the extension and refurbishment of existing buildings and development must, as far as is reasonably practical, pay due regard to existing best practice so as to help prevent criminal and anti-social behaviour. 10.12.2 The Isle of Man Constabulary has suggested that neighbourhood police stations, where the public can meet police officers, are needed to improve community safety. In the majority of cases these will need to be provided within existin g communities as opportunities arise. Consideration should be given to incorporating such facilities in larger new developments in association with other community facilities.
Infrastructure Policy 5
The Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains the following policies that are considered materially relevant
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
Condition 2
Obscure glazing (Pilkington level 5 or equivalent) shall be installed in the following windows and shall be maintained as such thereafter; Southwest Elevation - Ground Floor En-suite
