26 October 2020 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
Thie Yn Lhargee, Rencell, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7bn
The proposal involves adding two Velux Integra Electric Centre Pivot roof lights, each measuring 550mm by 778mm, to the west-facing roof of Thie N Lhargee, a traditional dwelling with a modern extension, located in the residential curtilage off Rencell Hill in Laxey.
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The officer assessed the potential impacts on the character and appearance of the property and wider streetscene, noting Upper Rencell features a mixture of building styles with traditional structures…
General Policy 2
Requires development in accordance with zoning and other policies, respecting site/surroundings in siting, layout, scale, form, design; not adversely affecting landscape/townscape character or local amenities. Officer found proposal complies as minor works have minimal impact, match existing features, and do not harm character or amenity.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character, protecting special features. Assessed as neutral effect due to small scale, matching existing roof lights, and no alteration to main structure; complies despite visibility from road.
Conservation Area Policy 4 of Laxey and Lonan Area Plan Order 2005
Requires special attention to preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character. Considered alongside ENV35; proposal accepted as minor with no adverse impact.
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.
No Highways Interest
no objection
Both Garff Commissioners and DOI Highways Division raised no objections to the installation of two roof lights at Thie N Lhargee, Rencell, Laxey.
Garff Commissioners
No ObjectionThere were no objections to these proposals.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionNo Highways Interest; NHI
