23 February 2012 · Delegated - Development Control Manager
41, Douglas Street, Peel, Isle Of Man, IM5 1bb
The proposal involves adding a single-storey conservatory measuring 7190 x 2925mm to the rear of a single-storey bungalow at 41 Douglas Street, Peel, finished in smooth render to match the existing dwelling, along with like-for-like replacement of windows and a new UPVC front door with side lights.
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The conservatory at the rear has neutral impact on neighbouring amenities due to its siting behind the dwelling, screening by boundary wooden fence and trees at No.39, brick wall and trees at Close Be…
Policy 5.2 The refurbishment and amalgamation of properties within the town will be encouraged
Peel Local Plan 1989 policy encourages refurbishment and amalgamation of properties within the town. The officer found the proposed conservatory and window/door replacements constitute acceptable refurbishment in this mixed-use area.
Policy 5.4 A policy of refurbishment and amalgamation of existing properties in the Conservation Area will apply
Peel Local Plan 1989 policy applies refurbishment and amalgamation of existing properties in the conservation area to retain historic areas. Assessed as compliant given the enhancements without harm to character.
General Policy 2
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007 requires development to respect site surroundings in siting, scale, form, design; not adversely affect character, amenities, road safety; and provide satisfactory standards. Proposal satisfies all tests: respects scale as single-storey rear addition, no amenity or character harm, no highways impact.
Environment Policy 35
Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007 permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character, protecting special features. Conservatory preserves character as rear, non-visible addition; windows match policy standards.
Planning Circular 1/98, The Alteration and Replacement of Windows
Part 6 Category b for Conservation Areas requires replacement windows visible from public thoroughfare to match original opening method, pattern, glazing bars, and frame sections if originals cannot be repaired. Proposed top-hung windows replicate originals, complying fully.
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved drawings
This approval for the erection of a conservatory and installation of replacement windows and doors relates to drawing numbers 01 A, 02 A and 03 A date stamped 18th January 2012.
no objections to the planning application / RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
