G2 – General Development Considerations Applicants need to demonstrate that the proposed development: (ii) will not have an unreasonable impact on neighbouring uses and the local environment by reason of visual intrusion or other amenity considerations; (vii) provides a satisfactory means of access, manoeuvring space within the site and adequate space for parking; G3 – Quality of Design A high standard of design that respects, conserves and contributes positively to the diversity and distinctiveness of the landscape and the built context will be sought in all developments. The Planning and Environment Committee will require the following matters to be taken into account as appropriate: (i) the scale, form, massing, orientation, siting and density of the development, and inward and outward views; (ii) the relationship to existing buildings, settlement form and character, topography, landscape features and the wider landscape setting; (iii) the degree to which design details, colours, materials and finishes reflect or complement the style and traditions of local buildings; G15 – Replacement Buildings The replacement of buildings will normally only be permitted where the proposed development would: (i) enhance the appearance of the site and its surroundings; (ii) replace a building that it is not appropriate to repair or refurbish; (iii) not have an unreasonable impact on neighbouring uses and the local environment by reason of visual intrusion or other amenity considerations; (iv) involve loss of an existing building that is unsympathetic to the character and amenity of the area; and (v) be in accordance with other principles and policies of the Plan. G16 – Demolition of Buildings The demolition of a building or part of a building will normally only be permitted where the proposal: (i) involves the demolition of a building or part of a building that it is not appropriate to repair or refurbish; (ii) would not have an unacceptable impact on a Site of Special Interest, Building of Local Importance or a Conservation Area; (iii) would not have an unacceptable impact on the character and amenity of the area; (iv) makes adequate provision for the management of waste material arising from demolition as required by Policy WM2; and (v) is in accordance with other principles and policies of the Plan. H8 – Housing Development within the Built-Up Area Proposals for new dwellings, extensions or alterations to existing dwellings or changes of use to residential, will normally be permitted within the boundary of the built-up area as defined on the Island Proposals Map, provided that the proposal: (i) is in accordance with the required standards for housing as set by the Planning and Environment Committee; |