4 June 2007 · Planning Committee
11, Whitebridge Avenue, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 3pw
The proposal involved alterations and extensions to a single-storey detached bungalow to provide additional living accommodation, expanding from two to four bedrooms plus a games room. Key elements included a single-storey flat-roofed garage to the northeast, conservatory and sun room to the southeast, uPVC roof lights…
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Officer assessed impacts on neighbouring amenity, particularly No.10 Whitebridge Avenue, finding the single-storey flat-roofed garage would not significantly affect light to the gym/TV room window as …
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved drawings
This approval relates to the submitted documents and drawings 040903-01 and 040903-02 REV A all received on 30th October 2006 and 16th March 2007.
Materials matching
The external finishes of the extension must match those of the existing building in all respects.
Parking provision
In the interests of road safety three off street parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the dwelling.
Ancillary use only
The proposed garage/workshop may be used only in association with 11 Whitebridge Avenue and for purposes ancillary to the use of 11 Whitebridge Avenue as a single dwelling house and for no commercial purposes.
no objection
do not oppose subject to three off-street parking spaces and workshop ancillary to dwelling
Neighbours John & Joanna Breen and Hazel Gawne objected strongly to the proposal citing loss of light, overbearing impact, visual dominance, and unneighbourly development; Ramsey Town Commissioners had no objection to both original and amended plans; Fire Safety Officer advised consultation on means of escape.
Ramsey Town Commissioners
No ObjectionRamsey Town Commissioners considered the above application at their meeting on Wednesday 15th November, 2006 and have no objection to the proposal.; the Commission was mindful that the original proposal sought to increase the overall ridge height to fully accommodate rooms in the roof together with extensions on the ground floor to provide additional living accommodation and garaging. It was considered that this proposal was acceptable
Ramsey Town Commissioners
No ObjectionRamsey Town Commissioners considered the above application at their meeting on Wednesday 18th April, 2007 and have no objection to the proposal.; the amended plans were a scaled down proposal from that originally submitted in that the overall elevations and ridge heights appeared to be more in keeping with the existing property.
Isle of Man Fire And Rescue Service
No CommentAdvise Applicant to consult with the Fire Safety department with regard to the means of escape from games room located on his floor.
The original application 06/01879/B for alterations and extensions to a bungalow at 11 Whitebridge Avenue was permitted on 31 May 2007. Neighbours at No 10 appealed on grounds of loss of light, overbearing impact, privacy loss, and potential rear parking from the proposed garage, conservatory, dormer, and roof lights. The applicant and planning authority defended the scheme as modest, with minimal amenity impacts due to separation distances, existing hedge, and alternative lighting sources. The inspector found no significant harm to neighbours' amenity after weighing evidence from an inquiry, recommended dismissal of the appeal, and suggested amending an erroneous note on fire safety in the approval notice. The decision upheld the permission with that correction.
Precedent Value
This appeal shows third-party objectors bear a high evidential burden to overturn approvals; minor amenity impacts from modest extensions in residential areas are tolerated if alternative light/access exists. Applicants should document functional needs and offer mitigations like fencing to strengthen cases.
Inspector: Michael Hurley
