5 February 2021 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
Garage, Cushag, 10, Shore Road, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7de
The proposal involves replacing the existing polycarbonate conservatory roof with Ebony Metrotile lightweight tiles to match the main dwelling, including a central rooflight of 800mm x 2800mm, while retaining the glazing and stone plinth.
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The officer assessed the impact on the character of Shore Road and whether the new roof would preserve or enhance the Laxey Conservation Area.
General Policy 2
Requires development in line with zoning to respect site/surroundings in siting, layout, scale, form, design; not adversely affect townscape character or local amenity; and reduce energy consumption. Officer assessed the roof replacement as matching the house, enhancing appearance without impacting streetscene or neighbours, and improving energy efficiency.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character, protecting special features. Officer found the tiled roof enhances the area's appearance by providing a consistent roofline with the main house, with the conservatory's rear position limiting visibility and impact.
Time limit
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice. Reason: To comply with Article 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
No Highways Interest
Both DOI Flood Risk Management and DOI Highways Division responded with no objections or interest to the application to replace a conservatory roof with tiles.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Flood Risk Management Division
No ObjectionNFRMI; No Flood Risk Management interest
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionNHI; No Highways Interest
