21 March 2023 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
Woodbourne Villas, Alexander Drive, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3qg
The proposal involves replacing modern bottom opening casement windows on the front elevation of an end terrace property with UPVC sliding sash windows. The site is in the Douglas (Selbourne Drive) Conservation Area, characterised by high quality Edwardian and Arts and Crafts style residential properties.
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The principal issue was the impact on the special character of the Douglas (Selbourne Drive) Conservation Area, which features a high quality mix of predominantly Edwardian or Arts and Crafts style re…
Designation of conservation areas
Requires special attention to preserving or enhancing conservation area character or appearance. The officer assessed that replacing modern casement windows with sliding sash windows enhances the area's Edwardian/Arts and Crafts character.
General Policy 2
Requires developments not to adversely affect character of locality or surrounding townscape. The proposal was found compliant as the window replacement improves rather than harms the townscape.
Environment Policy 35
Addresses enhancement of conservation areas. The reintroduction of traditional sash windows was judged to enhance the conservation area's character.
Planning Policy Statement 1/01 - Policy CA/2 (Conservation Areas)
Requires consideration of impact on conservation area character, including setting and views. The proposal's positive impact on the area's special character was a material consideration supporting approval.
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 highways interest in the application
Highway Services HDC states they have no interest (NHI) in application 23/00118/B as part of a batch consultation response covering multiple applications.
Highway Services HDC
No CommentHighway Services HDC has no interest (NHI) in: 23/00118/B
