16 July 2021 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
Epworth, 3, Church Road, Port Erin, Isle Of Man, IM9 6ah
The proposal involves replacing existing painted timber sliding sash windows on the front elevation of a late Victorian mid-terrace three-storey house with UPVC sliding sash windows replicating the existing style, replacing rear windows with UPVC casement windows with false horns, and installing a white UPVC rear door.…
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The officer determined that the proposed UPVC sliding sash windows on the front elevation replicate the existing style, method of opening, and glazing pattern, thus preserving the rhythmic pattern and…
General Policy 2
Requires development to respect site and surroundings in scale, form, design; not adversely affect townscape character or amenity. Officer found proposal complies as it preserves terrace's character through matching window styles.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character. Assessed front windows as replicating originals to maintain positive terrace contribution; rear works acceptable due to low visibility.
Environment Policy 34
Prefers traditional materials for pre-1920 buildings. UPVC accepted as not overriding concern given Planning Circular 1/98 flexibility on materials when appearance matches.
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.
Window and door details
All the replacement windows and door shall remain as specified within the window and door details date stamped and received 14th May 2021. No new window or door type shall be installed beside that which is hereby approved. Reason: In the interests of the character and appearance of the site and surrounding area.
resolved to support the application
Do not oppose
Port Erin Commissioners support the application, and DOI Highways Division do not oppose it with no conditions requested.
Port Erin Commissioners
SupportThe Board of Port Erin Commissioners discussed the above application at its meeting on 8th June 2021 and has resolved to support the application.
DOI Highways
No ObjectionAfter reviewing this Application, Highway Services find it to have no significant negative impact upon highway safety, network efficiency and /or parking.; The Applicant is advised that a licence may be necessary for the positioning of equipment and materials in the highway.
