27 May 2021 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
37, Devonshire Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3qz
The proposal seeks retrospective permission to remove an existing chimney stack from the west elevation of a two-storey semi-detached dwelling and make good the roof in matching materials. The site is in a predominantly residential area of Douglas.
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The officer identified the main concerns as the impact on the character and landscape of the area. The chimney stack is described as high and very prominent compared to other properties along the road…
General Policy 2
GP2 permits development in accordance with Area Plan zoning if it respects site/surroundings in siting, layout, scale, form, design (b); does not adversely affect townscape character (c); and does not adversely affect resident amenity or locality character (g). The officer tested the chimney removal against these criteria, finding neutral/minor negative impact acceptable due to lack of architectural merit, despite prominence. This tipped the balance in favour of approval in a residential zone.
Residential Design Guide 2019: Section 5.1.1 Chimney Stacks and Flues
Guidance states chimneystacks contribute to character, street scene, and skyline, encouraging retention of prominent stacks on traditional/period properties, especially in Conservation Areas. The site is not in a Conservation Area; officer noted the stack's prominence but found no architectural/historic interest warranting protection, allowing removal with minor negative impact.
no objection
no highway interest
no flood risk management interest
Three consultees (Douglas Borough Council, DOI Flood Risk Management, DOI Highways) all confirmed no objections or no interest in the retrospective chimney removal at 37 Devonshire Road, Douglas.
Douglas Borough Council
No ObjectionDouglas Borough Council has no objections.
Department of Infrastructure Flood Risk Management Division
No ObjectionNFRMI; No Flood Risk Management interest
Department of Infrastructure Highways Division
No ObjectionNo Highways Interest; NHI on 19.03.2021
