10 November 2010 · Senior Planning Officer (delegated under Article 3(13) of the Town and Country (Development Procedure) Order 2005)
16, Alexander Drive, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3qe
Mr Christopher Elvin applied to replace the existing timber front door at his home in 16 Alexander Drive, Douglas, with a black composite uPVC door featuring bevelled glass, supplied by Everest Ltd. The property is in a residential area within a designated Conservation Area.
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The officer determined that the key issue was whether the proposal preserves or enhances the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 requires development to respect and enhance local character and amenities. The officer found the uPVC door's design failed this test in the Conservation Area context, as its modern appearance detracted from traditional features.
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35 states that 'Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the area.' The proposal failed because replacing traditional timber with uPVC did not preserve or enhance, creating an alien feature harmful to the streetscene.
No objection
no objection
Douglas Corporation (Building Control Manager) has no objection to application 10/01434/B among a list of multiple planning applications.
Douglas Corporation
No ObjectionDouglas Corporation have no objection to the proposals listed below.; 10/01434/B Installation of replacement front door, frame and fanlight, 16 Alexander Drive
