3 May 2023 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Abigail Morgan)
The Lena Quayle Temple, Hutchinson Square, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4hp
The proposal involves replacing the existing roof (except the lower section) with contemporary composite cladding and re-rendering the building's exterior with smooth render. The site is in a predominantly residential area next to the Selborne Drive Conservation Area in Douglas.
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The key consideration was the proposal's impact on the character and streetscene. The officer noted that while the composite cladding is more contemporary, it will not be readily visible to the public…
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 (b) (c) (g) (m) (n) requires development to respect character, appearance, amenity, and environmental quality. The officer assessed the proposal's contemporary cladding and smooth render against this, finding neutral impact due to limited visibility and no harm to character warranting refusal.
Environment Policy 36
Environment Policy 36 relates to environmental protection and building alterations. The officer concluded the proposal complies, as changes near the conservation area do not affect important views or the area's character.
Time limit
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice. Reason: To comply with Article 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
does not object to this application (24.03.2023)
no highway interest in this application (22.03.2023)
Highway Services HDC listed 23/00300/B as having no interest (NHI) indicating no highway concerns, while Douglas Borough Council explicitly stated no objections to the replacement roof and re-rendering proposal.
Highway Services HDC
No ObjectionHighway Services HDC has no interest (NHI) in: ... 23/00300/B
Douglas Borough Council
No ObjectionDouglas Borough Council has no objections.; 23/00300/B Replacement roof and re-rendering. The Lena Quayle Temple Hutchinson Square Douglas Isle Of Man IM2 4HP
