Approval in principle for a residential development with associated parking to replace existing dwelling

Refusal Reasons

• ✗The indicative drawings illustrate a considerable over-development of the site which would result in a large building, close to the road and to the side boundaries, and covering much of the site; the development would thus be out of keeping with the surrounding area which is characterised by individual dwellings standing in their own green space; and there being inadequate pleasant external space for the residents of the proposed flats.
• ✗The indicative layout would be contrary to Recreation Policy 3 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007 in that the development does not provide adequate open space provision within the proposed layout.
• ✗The indicative layout would be contrary to Housing Policy 5 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007 in that the development would not provide the necessary affordable housing in accordance with the policy and the Housing Assistance Scheme 2007.