**Document:** Planning Statement
**Application:** 17/01127/B — Alterations and erection of a single and two storey extension
**Decision:** Permitted
**Decision Date:** 2018-01-16
**Parish:** German
**Document Type:** report / planning_statement
**Source:** https://planningportal.im/a/10972-german-knocksharry-farm-alteration-extension/documents/1305306

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# Planning Statement

## Extension And Alterations

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### Existing Dwelling

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### Knocksharry Farm, Ramsey Road, Peel

### Planning Statement

Job Ref: 1807.01

24th October 2017

Rev. -

Prepared by:
McGarrigle Architects Ltd
19 Mount Havelock
Douglas
IM1 2QG

## Contents:

1.0 Introduction
2.0 Site Location and Description
3.0 Design Proposals
4.0 Consultations
5.0 Schedule of Drawings

### Appendices:

Appendix A: Site Photographs

## 1.0 Introduction:

1.1 McGarrigle Architects Ltd have been instructed by the Client to prepare proposals for an extension and alterations to their existing property at Knocksharry Farm, Ramsey Road, Peel.
1.2 The project brief consists of the following work:

- Complete the existing extension started approximately 10 years ago;
- Review the existing structure, drawings and wall construction;
- Proposed accommodation to consist of Multi-Purpose Room, Endless Pool with associated changing and shower facilities, Living / Lounge Area, Office, Master Bedroom with Ensuite and Walk-inWardrobe, Mezzanine area off bedroom;
- Provide glazing to utilise the sea views from ground, first and mezzanine level;
- Provide balcony at first floor level with direct access from the bedroom;
- Reduce the existing extension to allow light into the basement;
- Provide single storey kitchen extension to accommodate extended kitchen and dining area;
- Possible flat roof with roof lanterns over;
- Extensions to have direct access to external hardstanding areas
- External works including BBQ area, paved terraces and a wall to screen direct views from the neighbouring property;
- A wall to screen direct views from and to the neighbouring property;
- New drainage to connect to existing drainage system.
1.3 The original dwelling was extended approximately 10 years ago; the extension was never completed and has been exposed to the elements during that time. The extension currently takes the form of a shell with only the external block walls and roof timbers intact. No doors, windows, floors or internal walls have been installed.
1.4 The applicant recently purchased the property and wish to undertake work to complete the extension, but with significant modifications to meet their brief and requirements.

#### 2.0 Site Location And Description:

2.1 Knocksharry Farm is located 2.5 miles outside Peel on the Ramsey Road. The site is elevated, has uninterrupted sea views to the west and is exposed to the prevailing south-westerly winds.
2.2 Although elevated and exposed, the extension is tucked behind the existing dwelling and can only be seen at a distance when approaching from Kirk Michael, from the junction with Ballabooie Road down that short stretch of hill.

## 3.0 Design Proposals:

3.1 The existing building takes the form of one large box with a regular pattern of windows and doors. The external walls consist of 215 mm thick hollow core blocks filled with concrete, there is currently no insulation or external finish.
3.2 The original proposal consisted of an open plan living area, to achieve this, large beams where installed spanning the full width of the building. The client wishes to re-plan the ground and first floor and add a small mezzanine floor accessed from the master bedroom, to achieve this, significant changes need to be made to the structure.
3.3 MacOwan Collett Consulting Engineers Ltd have undertaken a review of the existing structure and confirm that the existing building structure has been engineered and cannot easily be modified or adapted to suit the client's requirements.
3.4 The existing basement is damp and has been exposed to the external elements. The client wishes to re-tank the basement and create usable space for an endless pool and a multi-purpose room.
3.5 Following careful consideration of the existing design, layout, external fabric, structure and costs; the client wishes to demolish the extension to ground floor level and replace it with a new extension.
3.6 The proposed application is in two parts, the main extension on the western side of the property and the single storey extension on the northern side of the property.
3.7 The single storey extension accommodates the kitchen which breaks through from the original house and a dining area at a lower level. Large doors provide access to a terrace and the BBQ area adjacent. 2no, roof lanterns bring light into the kitchen and dining area. The high-level window along the eastern side of this extension allows the morning sun into the dining area.
3.8 The main extension accommodates the pool, changing and multipurpose room at basement level; new lobby, office and living room at ground floor level; master bedroom, large ensuite and walk in wardrobe at first floor level and mezzanine study/sitting area above. The proposed accommodation creates a home which meets the clients brief and living requirements.
3.9 The gross internal floor area of the existing dwelling is , the existing extension provides an increased floor area of , therefore the current approved gross internal floor area is .
3.10 The reduced width of the gable and creation of a balcony at first floor level means the combined gross internal floor area of the proposed extensions is . Therefore, the increase in floor area is .

3.11 The main extension is split by a continuous strip of glazing which runs up the roof and down the other side, allowing the ridge of the extension to step down and gable to reduce in width. Internally this will provide light and interest to the bedroom and mezzanine floor.
3.12 Large areas of glazing rap around the corner of the extension and provide uninterrupted views out to sea. A small balcony has been introduced at first floor level, this breaks the corner of the building and allows the roof to fly over.
3.13 The reduced width of the gable allows an area over the basement to be glazed, allowing natural light into the basement directly over the pool.
3.14 Finishes have been considered and the following palette has been selected:

## Building

Walls:
Roof Finish:
Doors \& Windows:
Rainwater Goods:
Fascia's and Soffit's:
Balustrades to balconies:
Sills and Copings:
External
Terraces:
Glazed Screens:
Gardens:

Through Coloured Render
Slate Roof (to match existing house)
Aluminium
PVC
PVC
Frameless Glass with Stainless Steel Handrail
Reconstituted Stone

Paving Slabs
Glass with Stainless Steel Frame
Seeded/Turfed Lawns
3.15 The applicant has also requested a new stone wall be built between their property and the neighbouring dwelling. The wall as indicated on the Site Plan serves two purposes, to direct the wind away from the rear garden / extension, and provides privacy between the two dwellings without impacting on the scenic views already enjoyed by the neighbouring property.

#### 4.0 Consultations:

4.1 McGarrigle Architects Ltd have undertaken consultation with Planning Officer Sarah Corlett. A meeting was held on 10th May 2017 and comments considered and incorporated where appropriate. An overview of the existing dwelling, extension and proposed ideas where discussed and the following points were noted:

- Views towards the site are limited;
- The current design is not outstanding, and an improved design would be welcome;
- The possibility of setting the first floor back was discussed, this would be an improvement and would reduce the impact of the gable;
- No concerns were raised about the additional floor area;
- A modern approach would be acceptable.

## 5.0 Schedule Of Planning Drawings And Supporting Information:

#### 5.1 McGarrigle Architects:

1807.01 P-01 Rev.- Location Plan \& Existing Floor Plans
1807.01 P-02 Rev.- Existing Site Plan, Elevations, Sections \& Roof Plan
1807.01 P-03 Rev.- Proposed Floor Plans
1807.01 P-04 Rev.- Proposed Elevations \& Sections
1807.01 P-05 Rev.- Proposed Site Plan
Planning Statement

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*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/).*
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