17 August 2010
54, Meadow Crescent, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 1nl
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The original application 10/00733/B for erection of a ground floor and first floor extension to a semi-detached dwelling was permitted by delegated Senior Planning Officer on 16 August 2010, following a revised scheme after prior refusal of a flat-roofed design. Neighbours at 3 Horseshoe Avenue appealed via written representations (AP10/0124), arguing privacy loss, noise, design incompatibility and precedent. Inspector Graham Self, after site visit on 25 October 2010, found the design created an incongruous mixture of shapes conflicting with GP2(b), and unacceptable overlooking/privacy impact on No 3 Horseshoe Avenue contrary to GP2(g), despite planning officer's contrary view. The Minister concurred with the inspector on 8 December 2010, reversing approval and issuing formal refusal. Applicants submitted a counter-letter disputing findings but no further appeal process occurred.
Precedent Value
Demonstrates 'appeal against approval' process where neighbours can succeed via inspector review; stresses need for extensions to fully harmonise design even if rear/side, and cautions against overlooking in angled low-density layouts despite officer support. Future applicants should prioritise balanced elevations visible to neighbours and accurate separation measurements.
Inspector: Graham Self MA MSc FRTPI
