15 April 2025 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Jason Singleton)
9, Lyndale Avenue, Peel, Isle Of Man, IM5 1jy
The proposal involves replacing the existing asbestos tiles on the roof of 9 Lyndale Avenue, a mid-terraced house in Peel, with blue/black Cedral Thrustone smooth fibre slates to match neighbouring properties, and adding 6 solar panels to the east-facing (rear) roof slope.
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The officer noted that existing roof tiles along the terrace are being replaced by individual owners with similar tiles, so the proposed blue/black Cedral Thrustone slates would preserve the character…
Strategic Policy 3 - To respect the character of our towns and villages
Focuses on visual design of development and preserving character and identity of locality. Officer assessed that replacement tiles harmonise with terrace and solar panels have limited visibility, preserving Conservation Area.
Spatial Policy 5
Requires development to positively contribute to Island's environment. Solar panels supported for reducing fossil fuels, outweighing slight harm.
General Policy 2
Permits development in zoning if meeting criteria (c) no adverse character impact, (g) no amenity harm, (n) energy reduction design. Proposal meets all as no undue harm to townscape, amenity or locality.
Environment Policy 23
Requires consideration of adverse impacts to neighbours from alterations. No harm to amenity due to separation and topography.
Environment Policy 34
Prefers traditional materials for pre-1920 buildings. Replacement slates match adjacent roofs in terrace.
Environment Policy 35
Preserves or enhances Conservation Area character. Tiles preserve street character; panels cause slight but invisible harm.
Environment Policy 42
Preserves character and local distinctiveness. Proposal harmonises with uniform terrace roofscape.
Environment Policy 3
Promotes environmental benefits where opportunities arise, considering heritage impacts. Solar panels welcomed despite slight Conservation Area harm.
Environment Policy 4
Similar to EP3, supports renewables with heritage consideration. Benefits outweigh limited visual impact.
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 interest
