Registered building consent for the replacement of asbestos cement downspouts with cast iron effect aluminium downspouts - RB 176 (in association with application 18/01119/GB)

Isle of Man Strategic Plan (2016)

Extensions or alterations to a Registered Building which would affect detrimentally its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest will not be permitted

Environment Policy 32: Extensions or alterations to a Registered Building which would affect detrimentally its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest will not be permitted. 7.27 Change of Use of Registered Buildings 7.27.1The best use for a Registered Building is usually the use for which the building was designed. However, it is recognised that it is often necessary to look for a new use to secure the economic future of the b uilding. It is important therefore that any new use is appropriate and that physical alterations are sensitive to its character. (1) Curtilage is defined in Appendix 1

General criteria applied in considering registered building applications

The issues that are generally relevant to the consideration of all registered building applications

POLICY RB/3 General criteria applied in considering registered building applications The issues that are generally relevant to the consideration of all registered building applications are:- • The importance of the building, its intrinsic architectural and historic interest and rarity, relative to the Island as a whole and within the local context; • The particular physical features of the building (which may include its design, plan, materials or location) which justify its inclusion in the register; descriptions annexed to the entry in the register may draw attention to features of particular interest or value, but they are not exhaustive and other features of importance, (e.g. Interiors, murals, hidden fireplaces) may come to light after the building's entry in the register; • The building's setting and its contribution to the local scene, which may be very important, e.g. Where it forms an element in a group, park, garden or other townscape or landscape, or where it shares particular architectural forms or details with other buildings nearby (including other registered buildings).

ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSIONS

the desirability of preserving the building or its setting or any features of special architectural or historic interest

POLICY RB/5 ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSIONS In considering whether to grant planning approval for development which affects a registered building or its setting and in considering whether to grant registered building consent for any works, the Department shall have special regard to the desirability of preserving the building or its setting or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses. Registered building consent is required for the building's alteration in any way which would affect its special architectural or historic character. There will be a general presumption against alteration or extension of registered buildings, except where a convincing case can be made, against the criteria set out in this section, for such proposals. Applicants for registered building consent for alteration or extension to a registered building must be able to justify their proposals. They will be required to show why the works which would affect the character of the registered building are desirable or necessary and they should provide full information to enable the Department to assess the likely impact of their proposals on the special architectural or historic interest of the building and on its setting. Where registered buildings are the subject of successive applications for alteration or extension, consideration will also be given to the cumulative affect upon the building's special interest as a result of several minor works which may individually seem of little consequence.

RECORDING OF BUILDINGS

written notice of a proposal to carry out the approved works must be given

POLICY RB/7 RECORDING OF BUILDINGS In the event of the granting of registered building consent to alter, extend or demolish a registered building, written notice of a proposal to carry out the approved works must be given to the Department of Local Government and the Environment and Manx National Heritage and for a period of at least one month following the service of such notice, reasonable access to the building must be made available for the purposes of recording the same, prior to the commencement of the approved works. Hidden features of interest are sometimes revealed during works of alteration, especially in older or larger buildings: chimney pieces, fireplaces, early windows and doors, panelling, early earth-based construction or other features may come to light. If there is any likelihood that hidden features may be revealed, conditions may be attached to an approval to ensure their retention or proper recording and may require exploratory opening up work to be carried out prior to considering the full content of an application for registered building consent. An applicant may also be required to pay wholly or in part for the cost of recording the building. ADVICE TO OWNERS Owners of Registered Buildings should obtain advice as to whether proposed works require Registered Building Consent from the Conservation Section of the Planning Division. Informal advice may be given to owners on the most appropriate way to carry out works to a Registered Building, as well as guidance on where further information may be obtained for themselves. In many such cases, professional or specialist advice may be required, especially where unusual problems are encountered.

Policy and Guidance Notes for the Conservation of the Historic Environment of the Isle of Man

applies for this Registered Building application