15 February 2013 · Delegated - Senior Planning Officer (Anthony Holmes, Sarah Corlett)
Ashleigh, Ballacraine, St. Johns, Isle Of Man, IM4 3ls
The proposal sought retrospective approval for alterations and extensions to the existing dwelling at Ashleigh, including a two-storey extension and specific amendments: a high-level window in the kitchen rear elevation and an enlarged first-floor gable window now used as a fire escape accessible due to flooring over a…
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The officer considered the extensions themselves acceptable in terms of design and impact on the character and appearance of the street scene, matching the previously approved 2011 scheme.
General Policy 2
Requires development not to adversely affect the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality, specifically GP2(g). Officer assessed the windows against this, finding they would unacceptably overlook the neighbour's garden, failing the amenity test despite acceptable design elsewhere.
Residential Policy RES/P/5 (St John's Local Plan)
Permits appropriate extensions to existing property outside certain development areas if complying with other circulars. Extensions deemed acceptable, but amendments tested against amenity policies and found wanting.
Policy RES/P/6
Prohibits residential development adversely affecting Tynwald Hill's historic setting. Site not impacting this, so not an issue.
Paragraph 8.12.1 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan
Presumes in favour of extensions in built-up areas if no adverse impact on adjacent property. Amendments caused adverse privacy impact via overlooking, overriding presumption.
do not wish to offer a comment as they feel that the application makes no material difference in planning terms and will only affect the immediate neighbours
