16 May 2008 · Planning Committee
Upper Kirkill, Sloc Road, Ballakillowey Road, Colby, Isle Of Man, IM9 4bw
The proposal involved demolishing an existing traditional cottage with extensions and replacing it with a larger new dwelling of traditional Manx vernacular style, finished in natural Manx stone and dark natural slate. The site is in an Area of High Landscape or Coastal Value, accessed via a private lane.
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The officer considered the site within an Area of High Landscape or Coastal Value and assessed against Environment Policy 1, Strategic Policy 5, General Policy 3, and Housing Policies 12 and 14.
Environment Policy 1
Protects countryside for its own sake. Site in Area of High Landscape Value; proposal assessed as improving environmental quality via better design and materials despite size.
Spatial Policy 5
Requires new development to positively contribute to Island's environment. Replacement found to do so through reduced visual impact.
General Policy 3
Restricts development outside zoned areas except complying with Housing Policies 11-14. Proposal compliant via HP12/14.
Housing Policy 12
Allows countryside replacements unless abandoned or of architectural/historic interest capable of renovation. Existing not of such merit; MNH no objection to principle.
Housing Policy 14
Replacement must not exceed 50% floor area increase unless environmental improvement; exceeded but stone finish, traditional design, and reduced prominence (fewer stacks, no white gable) justified exception for overall improvement.
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 replacement dwelling as shown in drawings 207-01a and 270-04a received on 2nd April, 2008 and the location plan received on 22nd January, 2008.
Materials - walls
All exterior walling must be finished in natural Manx stone, traditionally laid.
Materials - roof
All roofing must be in dark natural slate.
No permitted development
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2005 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order) no extensions, greenhouses, walls, gates, fences, garden sheds, summerhouses, flag poles, decking, garages, or tanks for the storage of oil for domestic heating shall be erected (other than those expressly authorised by this approval.)
no objections to amended proposal; suggest stone facing to minimise impact
no objection subject to three off-street parking spaces
does not oppose principle of replacement; proposed design preferable to existing 'poor form'
note received; no opposition (smoke detection via Building Regs)
note on existing cables/overhead lines; contact for safety
Multiple consultees responded to planning application 08/00108/B for a replacement dwelling at Upper Kirkill, with Manx National Heritage objecting due to visual prominence and policy non-compliance, Callow's Yard Developments objecting on structural, access, and intensification …
Key concern: visual intrusion and prominence in the countryside
Callow's Yard Developments Limited
Objectionthe building is in a poor state of repair, but there is nothing noted that gives indication that the building cannot be repaired successfully; the new building as per the drawings will over intensify the site; the lane in its present format is clearly unsuitable and in many places impassable for construction traffic
Conditions requested: if development granted, conditions on design and finish to ensure sympathy with amenity
Manx National Heritage
Objectionthe proposed redevelopment of the site calls for a substantial five bay structure with a large rear extension, which will undoubtedly create a significant visual intrusion; overall increase in accommodation significantly in excess of the restriction specified in Housing Policy 14
Rushen Parish Commissioners
No ObjectionNo objections.; Whilst there are no objections to the demolition and re-build of this house, as it is to be a large dwelling, the Commissioners feel that the exterior should be stone faced so that it
Conditions requested: exterior should be stone faced
Manx Electricity Authority
Conditional No ObjectionThere are Underground Cables/Overhead Lines present in the area indicated in you Planning Application. Please contact our Network Operations Department
Conditions requested: applicant must contact the Authority; contact Network Operations Department (Tel. 687687) to discuss working practices around Cables and Overhead Lines; Contact the M.E.A. for Electrical Site Safety 5 documents (Tel. 687766); All work to be carried out with reference to Health and Safety Executive Guidance Notes HS(G)47 & GS6
DoT Highways
Conditional No ObjectionDo not oppose subject to the imposition of the following condition: Three No off street parking spaces are provided to serve the needs of the development
Conditions requested: Three No off street parking spaces are provided to serve the needs of the development
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
Conditions requested: 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, in accordance with Section 1 of the Building Regulations 2000 - Approved Document B
