8 September 2025 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Jason Singleton)
Grianane, Groves Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 1jd
The proposal involves converting an existing attached garage into a utility room and store at a two-storey dormer bungalow on a corner plot in a predominantly residential area of Douglas. This includes replacing the garage door with a door and windows, and the works have already been carried out retrospectively.
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The officer determined that the proposal complies with General Policy 2 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan and the Residential Design Guide 2021.
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 permits development in accordance with land-use zoning provided it respects the site and surroundings in terms of siting, layout, scale, form, design; does not adversely affect character, amenities, road safety, or parking; and meets other listed criteria. The officer tested the proposal against this policy, focusing on visual impact from Groves Road, appropriateness of design/form/size, and parking sufficiency. The works were found to comply fully, with no tensions identified.
Residential Design Guide 2021
The Residential Design Guide provides standards for residential developments. The officer assessed the proposal against it alongside GP2, confirming compliance in respects of design, street scene impact, and amenity provision, with the works deemed appropriate in a residential context.
no objection
