26 November 2024 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
52, Greenlands Avenue, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 2pj
The proposal involves demolishing the existing flat-roofed conservatory at the rear of a semi-detached dormer bungalow and erecting a replacement extension measuring 2.8m by 2.75m with an overall height of 3.27m. The site is in a proposed residential area in Ramsey, not in a conservation area or flood zone.
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The officer assessed the proposal against General Policy 2 (GP2) of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016, focusing on character and appearance (GP2 b,c) and neighbouring amenity (GP2 g).
General Policy 2
GP2 sets general standards for acceptable development, including character/appearance (b,c) and neighbouring amenity (g). The officer tested the replacement extension's scale, finishes, and rear location, finding no overdevelopment or adverse impacts, thus fully compliant. This was the primary policy determining approval.
Transport Policy 7
TP7 with Appendix 7 covers parking standards. No parking issues raised as it is a minor householder extension with no highways interest from DOI.
Residential Design Guide 2021
Provides advice on design of extensions and amenity impacts. The proposal aligned with guidance on extensions not harming streetscene or neighbours.
Community Policy 7
Addresses reducing fire outbreak. No new issues as extension to existing dwelling.
Community Policy 11
Prevents criminal activity. No changes expected from minor extension.
Infrastructure Policy 5
Concerns water conservation. No increase in usage or run-off issues.
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.
Highway Services HDC has no interest in the application, and Ramsey Town Commissioners have no objection to the proposal.
Highway Services HDC
No ObjectionHighway Services HDC has no interest (NHI) in: • 24/91090/B
Ramsey Town Commissioners
No ObjectionRamsey Town Commissioners have no objection to this proposal.
