29 April 2021 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
Mannin Cottage, Glen Road, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7ap
The proposal involves moving an existing electricity meter box on the front elevation of Mannin Cottage, a two-storey traditional Manx cottage with a three-bay façade and central porch, from the left side to the right side of the porch at ground floor level.
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The officer considered the relocation of the electricity meter box to the right-hand side of the front porch, noting that the level of development is not unreasonable and such fixings are often seen o…
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 sets the overarching tests for development proposals. The officer assessed the minor relocation against this policy, finding the visual impact negligible and the proposal acceptable in the Conservation Area context.
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35 relates to development in Conservation Areas, requiring preservation of character and appearance. The officer found the proposal preserves the general character and appearance of the Laxey Conservation Area, with no negative impact on visual amenity or streetscene.
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 interest (01/04/2021)
Garff Commissioners raised no objections to the application. DOI Highways Division stated no highways interest.
Garff Commissioners
No ObjectionThere were no objections to these proposals.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionNo Highways Interest; NHI
