30 January 2004 · Planning Committee
Hillcroft, Somerset Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5ae
The proposal involved creating double patio doors and a raised timber decking area (about 1.4m above ground level) extending from the rear outlet into the back garden of Hillcroft, an end-terrace dwelling.
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The initial proposal was refused because 'the use of the proposed doors and raised decking would affect adversely the privacy at the rear of the adjoining property (Kelsil)'.
no objection, no adverse traffic impacts
no objection
Douglas Borough no objection; Highways Division no views/no adverse traffic impacts; neighbour objections on privacy, safety, and boundary wall concerns.
Borough of Douglas Borough Engineer and Surveyor's Department
No ObjectionDouglas Corporation have no objection to the proposals listed below.; 03/01767/B Installation of replacement window and door, blocking up of two doorways, creation of double patio doors and raised decking on rear outlet of, Hillcroft, Somerset Road
Department of Transport Highways Division
No CommentThe Highways Division of the Department of Transport has no views on the following application, the application having been considered and having no adverse traffic impacts.; 03/01/767/8
The original application for double patio doors and raised decking was partly refused by the Planning Committee due to adverse privacy impact on adjoining property Kelsil. At review, amendments lowered the decking and added a 1.8m fence, but was refused for unreasonable visual impact from the combined 3.5m height. Appellant appealed with further revisions: lower fence (1.2m above wall, total 1.5m high with diagonal timbers) and extended length, arguing no overlooking and existing mutual overlooking. Inspector acknowledged improvements but dismissed appeal as amendments were submitted late without consultation by Committee or neighbour Mr Silletto. Minister accepted recommendation and dismissed appeal, requiring removal of unauthorised works unless new application submitted.
Precedent Value
Appeals cannot reliably introduce major scheme changes without third-party input; applicants should finalise viable schemes pre-appeal or submit new applications promptly. Even persuasive technical improvements rejected if procedurally untimely.
Inspector: R E Wilson
