21 June 2023 · Delegated
The Hollies, Baldrine Hill, Baldrine, Isle Of Man, IM4 6dq
Permission was granted for alterations, a two-storey extension, and the creation of a new vehicular access and parking area at The Hollies, Baldrine Hill, Baldrine — a traditional two-storey Manx farmhouse. The site has no existing off-road parking. The dwelling has an unusual layout in that its rear elevation directly faces Clay Head Road to the north, while its western gable end faces Main Road (A2). The neighbouring property, Bluebell Cottage, sits immediately to the east with its gable wall running along the shared boundary. The key planning considerations were the potential effects on the character and appearance of the street scene and on the amenity of neighbouring properties. The officer recommended approval and the application was permitted by delegated decision.
The application was permitted on 21 June 2023 under delegated authority. The officer assessed the proposal against its potential impacts on the character of the street scene and on neighbouring properties, and recommended approval.
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
the planning application is in accordance with aforementioned General Policy 2 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
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
Residential Design Guide 2021
the planning application is in accordance with aforementioned General Policy 2 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 and the Residential Design Guide 2021
