19 September 2005 · Planning Committee
Barnagh Farm, Rhencullen, Kirk Michael, Isle Of Man, IM6 2hb
The application proposed demolishing an existing modest stone farmhouse (104 sqm footprint, 7.5m height) and replacing it with a larger dwelling (219 sqm footprint, 8.7m height) featuring a five-window front elevation, stone cladding on visible faces, and dark natural slate roof.
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The site is within an Area of High Landscape Value and Scenic Significance, but the farm group is screened by trees and only just discernible from the village road due to stone construction and setbac…
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved drawings
This permission relates to the erection of a dwelling as shown in drawing numbers hA received on 2/9/05 and 629-05 received on 2/8/05
Stone cladding
The front and gable elevations of the main dwelling (excluding the rear extension), and the front and rear porch must be clad in traditionally laid stone prior to completion. Note: Split stone on a backing render is not acceptable as an external finish
Roof materials
The roof must be finished in dark natural slate.
No additional structures
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 1983 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order) no structures shall be erected (other than those expressly authorised by this approval.)
No adverse traffic impacts. NB a traffic mirror should be installed.
For single connections to a water main (i.e. a single dwelling) the applicant should contact Isle of Man Water Authority Customer Services.
recommends the installation of mains wired interconnected domestic smoke detection
no further objection after amendment to 8m+ from watercourse (plans amended to 9m)
Multiple consultees responded to application 05/01168/B for a replacement dwelling at Barnagh Farm, Rhencullen, with Michael Commissioners objecting on height grounds, DOT Highways noting inadequate visibility but no adverse impacts, and others raising no objection with condition…
Key concern: height of the property
IoMWA
Conditional No ObjectionFor single connections to a water main (i.e. a single dwelling) the applicant should contact IoMWA Customer Services, tel. 69 59 49
Conditions requested: a condition of planning be that the applicant must contact the Authority to ensure that a connection is obtained for water supply purposes, or an amendment to the existing supply under the terms of the Water Supply Byelaws
Department of Transport Highways Division
No ObjectionNo adverse traffic impacts.; Highway safety could be improved at this location by installing a traffic mirror.
Inland Fisheries Section
Conditional No ObjectionThere must be no development within 8 metres of the nearby watercourse to ensure the retention of a wildlife corridor and also reduce the risk of disturbance to the river bank and the watercourse.
Conditions requested: There must be no development within 8 metres of the nearby watercourse to ensure the retention of a wildlife corridor and also reduce the risk of disturbance to the river bank and the watercourse
Michael Commissioners
ObjectionThe height above ground level is no different at the rear of the property even though the garage has been re-sited to make the front appear lower.; The Commissioners' views especially concerning “new development in the countryside” agree the reasons previously given by the Planning Committee.; However, the height of the property should be given some consideration.
Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service
Conditional No ObjectionThe installation of mains wired, interconnected domestic smoke detection conforming to BS 5446 : Part 1 : 2000, and installed to conform with BS 5839 : Part 6 : 1995, is recommended in accordance with Section 1 of the Building Regulations 2000 – Approved Document B
Conditions requested: The installation of mains wired, interconnected domestic smoke detection conforming to BS 5446 : Part 1 : 2000, and installed to conform with BS 5839 : Part 6 : 1995, is recommended in accordance with Section 1 of the Building Regulations 2000 – Approved Document B
