28 September 2021 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Jason Singleton)
6, Albany Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3le
The proposal involves replacing windows on the rear elevation and top floor front elevation with UPVC top-opening casements, retaining the ground floor bay windows unchanged, installing a new timber front door matching the existing design, replacing rear external access steps, and adding timber fencing with a pedestria…
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The officer assessed the main issue as the impact on the character and appearance of the Selborne Drive Conservation Area and the property itself.
Environment Policy 35
Requires development in a Conservation Area to preserve or enhance character and appearance. The officer assessed that the proposals preserve the character through matching local window styles, like-for-like door, and minimal rear impacts, with negligible overall effect.
General Policy 2
Sets general standards for acceptable development. Considered relevant alongside Conservation Area policies; the proposals met these standards without specific tensions noted.
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 objection (12/08/2021)
Do not oppose (11/08/2021)
Both Douglas Borough Council and DOI Highways Division have no objections to application 21/00867/B for installation of replacement windows, rear access steps and rear fencing at 6 Albany Street, Douglas.
Douglas Borough Council
No ObjectionDouglas Borough Council has no objections.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionDo not oppose; After reviewing this Application, Highway Services find it to have no significant negative impact upon highway safety, network efficiency and /or parking.; The Applicant is advised that a licence may be necessary for the positioning of equipment and materials in the highway.
