4 June 2025 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
22, Falkland Drive, Onchan, Isle Of Man, IM3 1eg
The proposal involves removing the existing pebble dash from all elevations of 22 Falkland Drive, a two-storey semi-detached dwelling in a predominantly residential area, and replacing it with smooth white render.
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The officer considered whether replacing pebble dash with smooth white render on all elevations would be appropriate for the character and appearance of the streetscene and site itself.
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 from the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 sets general standards for acceptable development. The officer assessed the proposal against it, focusing on whether the render replacement would preserve the character and appearance of the streetscene. The change was deemed acceptable due to retention of key features like brickwork and raised accents.
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 removal of decorative raised accents
Notwithstanding the details provided within this application, no permission is given for the removal of the decorative raised accents to the front elevation. Reason: In the interests of the character and appearance of the streetscene.
no highways interest
Approved for Planning purposes only
Onchan District Commissioners recommend approval of the application for replacement of render to exterior walls at 22 Falkland Drive.
Onchan District Commissioners
SupportThe Board of Onchan District Commissioners would recommend that the application be APPROVED for planning purposes only.
