31 July 2024 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Jason Singleton)
1, Switzerland Terrace, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4nq
The proposal involves installing replacement UPVC double glazed sliding-sash windows in the same style and aperture shape as the existing ones across the front, side, and rear elevations at ground and first floor levels of this two-storey end-terraced dwelling.
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The officer determined that the replacement UPVC sliding-sash windows, with external and internal finishes matching the existing, are of sufficient quality and appearance to contribute to the overall …
General Policy 2
Requires development to respect site and surroundings in siting, layout, scale, form, design; not adversely affect townscape character or local amenities. The officer noted the site is in a Predominantly Residential zone but focused assessment on design matching existing windows, finding no adverse impacts on character or amenities.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development in Conservation Areas that preserves or enhances character/appearance and protects special features. The core test was whether window replacements would preserve the Promenade Conservation Area; officer found the matching UPVC sliding-sash style acceptable as it contributes to character via maintenance without harm.
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 objection
no highways interest
Highway Services HDC has no interest in application 24/00680/B as it has no significant highway impact, and Douglas Borough Council has no objections to the replacement windows installation.
Highway Services HDC
No ObjectionHighway Services HDC has no interest (NHI) in: ... • 24/00680/B
Douglas Borough Council
No ObjectionDouglas Borough Council has no objections.; 24/00680/B Installation of replacement windows 1 Switzerland Terrace Douglas Isle Of Man IM2 4NQ
