Officer Planning Report Recommendation

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Officer's Report

Planning Status And Relevant Policies

Within the adopted Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007, the following policies are considered to be relevant in the determination of this application: General Policy 2, paragraph 8.12.1, Environment Policy 35.

Assessment

The application is proposing to install white PVC casement windows to the rear and side elevation and block up a doorway so as to install a casement window. The replacement windows do not replicate the style or method of opening of the existing windows. However, the replacement windows will not be readily visible from the public thoroughfare. This is also true for the new window opening to be created in the rear elevation. It is considered the proposal will have a neutral affect on the character and appearance of the Conservation Area and will not adversely affect the visual amenities of the street scene.

Recommendation

It is recommended that the planning permission be granted subject to conditions in the attached schedule.

Party Status

The local authority is, by virtue of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2005, paragraph 6 (5) (c) and (d), considered an "interested person" and as such should be afforded party status.

The Department of Transport Highways and Traffic Division is now part of the Department of Infrastructure of which the planning authority is part. As such, the Highways and Traffic Division cannot be afforded party status in this instance.

Recommendation

Recommended Decision: Permitted

Date of Recommendation: 17.05.2010

Conditions and Notes for Approval / Reasons and Notes for Refusal

C : Conditions for approval <br> N : Notes attached to conditions <br> R : Reasons for refusal <br> 0 : Notes attached to refusals

C 1. The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.

C 2. This permisison relates to the installation of replacement windows and the creation of a window opening as shown in drawing numbers Ref 1, Ref 2, Ref 3, Ref 4 and Ref 5 date stamped 24th February 2010.

C 3. No facing materials shall be used other than materials similar to those used on the existing building.

I confirm that this decision accords with the appropriate Government Circular delegating functions to the Senior Planning Officer.

Decision Made : Permitted Date : Signed : Senior Planning Officer