26 February 2026 · Delegated - Principal Planner (A Morgan)
28, High View Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5bh
The proposal involves building a single storey rear extension measuring 3.0m x 2.5m to the existing study/lounge at a two-storey semi-detached dwelling, featuring glazed patio doors, painted pebble-dash render walls, a pitched natural slate roof matching the house, and a single Velux window.
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The site is within Douglas settlement boundary and residential zoning, supporting the principle of a householder extension per Spatial Policy 1 and Strategic Plan paragraph 8.12.1's presumption in fav…
Strategic Policy 2 - Priority for new development to identified towns and villages
Prioritises new development in identified towns and villages. The site in Douglas complies as it supports residential extension without adverse impacts.
Strategic Policy 1
Recognises Douglas as the main town. The residential extension principle is acceptable within the settlement boundary and residential zoning.
General Policy 2
Requires general development considerations including design (b,c) and neighbouring amenity (g). Assessed as compliant due to proportionate design matching host property and no harm to neighbours.
Environment Policy 42 - character and need to adhere to local distinctiveness
Developments must respect locality character and identity. Single storey rear extension reads acceptably in residential context when finished to match.
Spatial Policy 5
Addresses design and visual impact. Extension's form, scale, and materials ensure no harm to streetscene or property character.
Strategic Policy 3 - To respect the character of our towns and villages
Requires respecting character of towns and villages. Proposal aligns with presumption for extensions in built-up residential areas.
Time limit
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice. Reason: To comply with Article 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
no objection
