17 March 2011 · Senior Planning Officer (delegated authority under Article 3(13) of the Town and Country (Development Procedure) Order 2005)
6, Switzerland Terrace, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4nq
The proposal sought retrospective permission to retain uPVC sliding sash windows replacing previous aluminium framed ones at the front, and uPVC casement windows at the rear of the terraced dwelling. The site is within a Conservation Area in Douglas.
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The site is within a Conservation Area, and the key issue was the impact of the replacement uPVC windows on its character and appearance.
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 requires development to respect the character and appearance of its surroundings. The officer assessed the replacement windows against this in the Conservation Area context, finding the front windows enhance character by improving on aluminium predecessors, and rear windows neutral due to limited visibility.
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35 relates to development in Conservation Areas, protecting their special character. The replacement windows were tested for visual impact: front uPVC sliding sash deemed an enhancement over prior aluminium frames; rear casement accepted as neutral and not publicly visible.
Approved drawings
This permission relates to the retention of replacement windows in the front and rear of the property as shown in drawing number 1018/PL001 date stamped 29th September 2010.
No objection
