Erection of new two-storey dwelling to replace existing derelict garage and outbuildings

Why was this approved?

• Principle of residential development in designated village settlement
• Amended reduced scale/height/design respecting local character
• No significant harm to neighbour amenity despite taller than existing
• Highway safety and parking compliant with standards
• Flood risk mitigation measures adequate
• Replacement of derelict structure enhancing site

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Decision & Reasoning

Policies Assessed (9)

Conditions (8)

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   Materials approval

   The proposed building shall be built in accordance with the schedule of materials as annotated in drawing 1727-1 Rev 1 and those finishes and material shall be installed prior to occupation and retained in perpetuity. REASON: To ensure a high level of finish and appearance.

3. 3

   No permitted development rights

   Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2025 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification), no development shall be undertaken under the following classes of Schedule 1 of the Order at any time: Class 14 - Extension of dwellinghouse; Class 15 - Garden sheds and summer-houses; Class 16 - Fences, walls and gates; Class 17 - Private garages and car ports; Class 21 - Decking; Class 35 - Roof Lights. Reason: To control future development on the site.

4. 4

   Levels

   The dwelling hereby approved shall be built in accordance with the levels shown on drawing 1727-1 Rev 1. Reason: To ensure the new dwelling is built to the required levels, and flood mitigation levels, as assessed by this application.

5. 5

   Landscaping scheme

   Prior to occupation of the new dwellinghouse, the proposed hard and soft landscaping including boundary treatments shall be finished in full accordance with the submitted plans, or as otherwise approved in writing by the Department. The three trees shown within the front garden area shall be planted with suitable native species and retained thereafter. REASON: In the interest of visual and neighbouring amenity.

6. 6

   Vehicle parking and turning

   The development hereby approved shall not be occupied or operated until the vehicle parking (and for Strang Stores) and turning areas have been provided in accordance with approved plans and the parking and turning areas shall thereafter be kept available for the parking and turning of vehicles associated with the development. REASON: In the interests of highway safety.

7. 7

   Surface water drainage

   The proposed surface water drain for both parking areas shall be installed as per dwg 1727-2 prior to occupation of the dwellinghouse. REASON: To prevent any surface water entering the highway from the site.

8. 8

   Make good adjacent walls

   The existing rear walls of Strang Stores are to be made good as per drawing 1727-1 prior to occupation of dwelling hereby approved. REASON: To ensure after demolition, the adjacent buildings elevations are finished and not left exposed to the elements.

Public Comments (7)

Consultation Responses

Applicant's response to Braddan Commissioners and neighbour concerns about parking, access, and development impact; neighbour at 1 Ballaoates Road objects citing non-compliance with IoM Strategic Plan policies on design, parking standards, and highway safety.