9 March 2018 · Delegated
39, Arbory Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1ll
Permission was granted for the installation of a replacement front door at 39 Arbory Street, Castletown, a three-storey terraced property on the southern side of the road. The front elevation is finished in exposed stonework and includes five sliding sash windows and an entrance door at ground floor. The existing door is a solid timber six-panel design with a fanlight above. The property sits within the Castletown Conservation Area, making the character and appearance of any alterations a relevant planning consideration. The application was decided by delegated authority on 9 March 2018, with the case officer recommending approval.
The application was permitted on 9 March 2018 under delegated authority. The proposal involved replacing the front door of a property within the Castletown Conservation Area, and the officer recommended approval.
Environment Policy 35
any development work within a Conservation Area must seek to 'preserve' or 'enhance' the character and appearance of that area
Environment Policy 35: Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area, and will ensure that the special features contributing to the character and quality are protected against inappropriate development. 7.30 Development adjacent to Conservation Areas 7.30.1 It is often the case that important views into and out of a Conservation Area can contribute significantly to its character. It is necessary to assess the impact any development adjacent to conservation areas may have on such views.
