26 February 2026 · Delegated
7, Erin Close, Port Erin, Isle Of Man, IM9 6fh
Permission was granted for extensions to a residential property at 7 Erin Close, Port Erin, Isle of Man. The proposal comprised a single-storey extension to the rear, a two-storey extension to the side, and a new canopy over the front door. The officer's site visit noted that properties within the area already show slight differences in character and appearance, which helped support the case that the proposed extensions would not be out of keeping with the surroundings. The main planning issues assessed were the effect on the character and appearance of the area and the impact on neighbouring amenity. The application was approved under delegated powers with one condition attached. There is a prior planning history for the site, with two earlier references on record.
The application was approved by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture under delegated powers. The officer's site visit found that properties in the area already display slight differences in character and appearance, which supported the acceptability of the proposed extensions. The key planning considerations were the impact on the character and appearance of the area and the effect on neighbouring amenity, both of which were found to be acceptable.
General Policy 2
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
Transport Policy 3
Transport Policy 3: New development on or around existing and former rail routes should not compromise their attraction as a tourism and leisure facility or their potential as public transport routes, or cycle / leisure footpath routes. 11.3 Highways and Traffic 11.3.1 The ability of new and existing highways to safely and efficiently accommodate the traffic generated by new development is an important factor when considering the location and layout of new development. Not only must the tr affic routes involved be of a size which is capable of taking the projected volume of traffic but they must also be designed so that points of potential traffic conflict such as junctions and roundabouts are in an appropriate location and of a suitable des ign, including provision for pedestrians. The need for new and improved highways in order to facilitate new development must be balanced against the environmental objectives of this plan.
Residential Design Guidance 2021
Community Policies 7 and 11
Infrastructure Policy 5
Condition 1
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.