7 November 2025
1, Bradda View, Ballakillowey, Colby, Isle Of Man, IM9 4be
Appeal against the approval for erection of single story extension to the rear of the existing dwelling house and widening of vehicular access
Erection of single story extension to the rear of the existing dwelling house and widening of vehicular access
Appeal against the refusal for ground floor extension and alterations and Conversion of existing roof into habitable space by raising the roof, erection of 2 dormers and installation of roof lights
Ground floor extension and alterations and Conversion of existing roof into habitable space by raising the roof, erection of 2 dormers and installation of roof lights
Alterations and erection of extension
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DEFA Planning approved application 25/90265/B for a single-storey rear bedroom extension, utility room link to garage, internal alterations, and driveway widening at The Hollies, a corner plot bungalow. Neighbour Mrs N Peterson appealed, arguing loss of light to her bedroom (citing 45° and 25° tests in Residential Design Guide), privacy from a new utility door, visual dominance on corner plot views from Ballakillowey Road, overdevelopment with existing summerhouse and prior approval, and loss of smaller housing. Inspector Jennifer Vyse, after site visit, found no material harm to neighbour amenity (daylight/sunlight/privacy) or character/appearance, rejecting appellant's Design Guide interpretations as misapplied and supported by photos/measurements. DEFA and applicants defended with site photos, orientation evidence, and policy compliance. Appeal dismissed on 23 October 2025; Minister upheld on 7 November 2025, approving subject to standard time condition.
Precedent Value
Demonstrates inspectors prioritise site-specific evidence (photos, measurements, orientation) over rigid angle tests in RDG, which are advisory; applicants succeed by showing subordination and no material harm via visuals/context; third-party appeals against approvals rarely succeed without strong evidence of policy conflict.
Inspector: Mrs Jennifer Vyse DipTP, MRTPI, DipPBM
