9 July 2008 · Planning Committee
Telford Cottage, Leodest Road, Andreas, Isle Of Man, IM7 3eg
The proposal involved amendments to a previously approved renovation and extension of Leodest Cottage, a two-storey detached dwelling in Andreas, comprising a new front porch, change from natural to artificial slate roofing, and replacement of timber sliding sash windows with uPVC versions.
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The Planning Committee overturned the officer's recommendation to approve, determining that replacement of existing timber windows with uPVC windows would be unacceptable due to the traditional appear…
Environment Policy 34
Policy ENV34 protects the character of traditional buildings. The Committee found the uPVC windows failed this test due to the cottage's traditional appearance, despite officer view that non-conservation status allowed it. Objections emphasised need for timber replication.
No objection
Do not oppose
Note received; recommends smoke detection but no planning objection
The original application for amendments to approved development 07/00244B, comprising renovation, extensions, porch, artificial slate roof, and UPVC sliding sash windows, was recommended for approval by the Planning Officer but refused by the Planning Committee due to UPVC windows harming the traditional character contrary to ENV Policy 34. The appellant argued UPVC provides maintenance benefits while mimicking traditional sliding sash design and complies with policy flexibility. The inspector, after site visit and examining a window sample, found no significant harm from UPVC or other changes, agreeing with the Planning Officer that the property's non-registered, non-conservation status allows flexibility under ENV 34. The Minister accepted the recommendation, granting permission subject to conditions including detailed porch drawings and retention of boundary wall.
Precedent Value
Demonstrates that UPVC can be acceptable on non-designated traditional cottages if high-quality mimicking traditional design, especially with Planning Officer support and physical evidence; future applicants should provide samples and stress policy does not prohibit alternatives.
Inspector: David G Hollis
