**Document:** Planning Statement **Application:** 10/01719/B — Alterations, extensions and conversion of former Boarding House to a single dwelling **Decision:** Refused **Decision Date:** 2011-08-24 **Parish:** Braddan **Document Type:** report / planning_statement **Source:** https://planningportal.im/a/164-braddan-12-derby-conversion-dwelling/documents/1160510 --- # Planning Statement ## Proposed Internal Alterations and Extensions at 12 Derby Square Douglas ![A schematic diagram displaying three white icons on grey backgrounds representing different building types or land uses.](https://images.planningportal.im/2011/07/4772.jpg) ### 12 Derby Square Douglas #### for #### Mr and Mrs J Stephens ## Planning Statement **RECEIVED ON** **22 NOV 2010** **DEPARTMENT OF APPRAISTRUCTURE** **Job No. 1643-01** **McGarrigle + Jackson** **architects and urban designers** **Prepared by:** McGarrigle + Jackson 19 Mount Havelock Douglas IMI 2QG Tel: 01624 628141 Fax: 629334 email: info@mcgarrigle-jackson.com web: www.mcgarrigle-jackson.com **November 2010** ## 1.00 Background: No. 12 up to fairly recently was one of the last boarding houses in Derby Square, containing I I no. bedrooms. More recent work has included the provision of en-suite bathrooms. At the rear a continuation of the rear outlet formed a two-storey building abutting the lane, which served as staff accommodation. Alterations in the past have included Flat Roof Dormers and Pebble-dashing to the Derby Square Elevations. #### 2.00 Planning Status: No. 12 is within Derby Square Conservation Area but is not a registered building. #### 3.00 The Proposals: It is intended to return the building back to a private dwelling, which will require substantial internal alterations together with extensions at the rear. The work to the Derby Square elevation is mainly of a restoration nature i.e. taking off pebbledashing signage and window surround replacing with render and smooth render masonry painted, replacement of the windows with a sympathetic white PVC-u pattern to include all traditional features i.e. horns, glazing bars etc to match the existing pattern and the recent installation at No. II Derby Square the adjacent property. Other work included is the re-establishment of missing mouldings and renewal of the roof to the Bay window. The opportunity is also being taken to remove the recent flat roofed Dormers and replace with a similar arrangement as the adjacent property whereby the dormer is set back behind the Cornice line; a slated pitch roof has been shown to replace the existing flat roof. Also at the front the existing light well is shown to be increased to improve access to the lower ground floor level in addition to below ground storage and ensuite facilities to the guest bedroom at that level. The work to the rear involves removal of the rear outlet and re-building to provide accommodation in line with a good quality private dwelling. The rear of the building has been treated in a more contemporary fashion in that large areas of glazing, together with terracing have been incorporated to maximise the excellent views to sea. The highest terrace is set at roof level where there is no risk of overlooking of adjacent properties. This treatment of the East facing elevation is similar to that already implemented to adjacent properties and to a new build project recently approved under planning in the near vicinity, at No. 2-4 Derby Square. In returning the building to a single occupancy private dwelling the physical restrictions of the site have been carefully considered. The depth of the house is approx 11 m and the width approx 6 m , there are 4 floors above pavement level and I below at rear lane level. Vertical access is therefore a concern particularly for the infirm or elderly. An internal lift has therefore been incorporated serving all floors, floor levels have also been adjusted as far as possible to minimise steps between the normal level difference between house and outlet. The restricted width of the building has led to the decision to generally open up and form more fluid spaces to maximise the opportunity of light from the rear, rooms not requiring natural light, i.e. the Fitness Room and Home Cinema have been kept to the lower ground floor. Garaging has been retained for two vehicles with access from the rear lane and the opportunity taken to form terracing over much again as has already been carried out to adjacent properties. ## 4.00 Summary: The treatment of front and rear elevations are markedly different in that the front (to Derby Square) is being treated in a completely traditional manner, with the restoration of original features and removal of the inappropriate dormer. The rear being totally divorced from the front is shown in a more contemporary style, in sympathy with the similar treatment of properties in the near vicinity treatment --- *Data sourced from the Isle of Man public planning register under the [Isle of Man Open Government Licence](https://www.gov.im/about-this-site/open-government-licence/).* *Canonical page: https://planningportal.im/a/164-braddan-12-derby-conversion-dwelling/documents/1160510*