3 April 2023 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
74, Royal Avenue, Onchan, Isle Of Man, IM3 1lb
The proposal seeks retrospective permission for a flue installed on a two-storey end-of-terrace property in a predominantly residential area of Onchan. The flue's impact on the house design, streetscene character, and neighbour amenities was assessed, with no negative effects identified.
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The officer assessed the flue's impact on the house design, character and streetscene of the area, and amenities of neighbours, concluding it has no negative impact.
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 (b), (c), (g), (m), (n) requires development to respect residential character, protect amenities, and ensure good design. The officer found the flue has no negative impact on house design, streetscene, or neighbour amenities, thus complying. This was contrasted with a precedent refusal under GP2 due to visual harm and potential emissions.
Strategic Policy 3 - To respect the character of our towns and villages
Strategic Policy 3 is materially relevant but not detailed specifically; overall compliance affirmed in conclusion.
Spatial Policy 5
Strategic Policy 5 is materially relevant but not detailed specifically; overall compliance affirmed.
Community Policy 7
Community Policy 7 is materially relevant but not detailed specifically; overall compliance affirmed.
Community Policy 10
Community Policy 10 is materially relevant but not detailed specifically; overall compliance affirmed.
Community Policy 11
Community Policy 11 is materially relevant but not detailed specifically; overall compliance affirmed.
no objection (08.03.2023)
no highway interest (08.03.2023)
Highway Services HDC has no interest in the application, and Onchan District Commissioners recommend approval.
Highway Services HDC
No ObjectionHighway Services HDC has no interest (NHI) in: 23/00163/B
Onchan District Commissioners
SupportThe Commissioners would recommend that the application be APPROVED for planning purposes only.
