13 January 2012 · Delegated - Development Control Manager
18, Bridge Street, Peel, Isle Of Man, IM5 1nf
The proposal involves internal alterations to rearrange rooms on ground and first floors, a two-storey rear extension replacing an unattractive existing flat-roof single-storey extension, raising the existing roof by 0.5m for additional head height, and replacement timber windows matching the originals.
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The officer assessed the proposal against Conservation Area policies, noting the existing dwelling is very run down with a hole in the roof and unattractive flat-roof rear extension; the 0.5m roof rai…
Policy 5.2 The refurbishment and amalgamation of properties within the town will be encouraged
Peel Local Plan 1989: Encourages refurbishment and amalgamation of properties within the town. Officer found proposal enhances run-down dwelling, aligning with refurbishment policy.
Policy 5.4 A policy of refurbishment and amalgamation of existing properties in the Conservation Area will apply
Peel Local Plan 1989: Policy of refurbishment and amalgamation of existing properties in the conservation area to retain historic areas. Proposal improves appearance without harm, preserving character.
General Policy 2
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007: Permits development respecting site/surroundings in scale/form/design, not harming townscape character, amenity, highways, or views. Proposal meets all tests with no adverse impacts.
Environment Policy 34
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007: Prefers traditional materials in maintenance/alteration/extension of pre-1920 buildings. Dark blue/grey natural slates and timber windows used.
Environment Policy 35
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007: Permits only development preserving/enhancing Conservation Area character. Proposal enhances by improving run-down property and replacing poor extension.
Planning Circular 1/98, The Alteration and Replacement of Windows
Part 6 Category b (Conservation Areas): Replacement windows visible from public must match originals in opening method, glazing bars, frame; Part 8 Category d (pre-1921): Retain glazing pattern. Timber sliding sash front windows replicate originals; rear acceptable.
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved plans
This approval relates to drawing numbers 09 0496/1, 09 0496/2 Rev A and 09 496 03 and Photograph No's 1 to 6 date stamped 21 November 2011.
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
Do not oppose has no adverse traffic management, parking or road safety implications