10 July 2019 · Delegated
King Williams College, King Williams College Grounds, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1tp
This application sought Registered Building consent for roofing works, replacement windows, replacement leadwork, and roof insulation at the Science Building within King William's College, Castletown. The works were associated with a linked general building application. The buildings are registered under RB 185 and form part of a historic quadrangle complex. The main planning consideration was whether the proposed works would adversely affect a building of acknowledged historic interest. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application on 10 July 2019, with two conditions attached. King William's College occupies a prominent site between two main roads south of Castletown, comprising a main quadrangle, chapel, sports facilities, and residential accommodation.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture approved the application. The central planning question was whether the proposed works would adversely affect a building of acknowledged historic interest. The works were considered acceptable in that context.
Extensions or alterations to a Registered Building
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
In the maintenance, alteration or extension of pre-1920 buildings
In the maintenance, alteration or extension of pre-1920 buildings, the use of traditional materials will be preferred.
Environment Policy 34: In the maintenance, alteration or extension of pre -1920 buildings, the use of traditional materials will be preferred. 7.29 Development within Conservation Areas 7.29.1 Conservation Areas are designated where the Department is satisfied that there is an area of special architectural or historic interest, the character of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance. Accordingly, the Department will; i. appraise and review existing Conservation Areas; and ii. designate new Conservation Areas where Conservation Area appraisals have revealed individual areas to be worthy of such status. 7.29.2 Development proposals within Conservation Areas will be expected either to preserve or enhance their character or appearanc e. Development proposals should be in accordance with the Department's conservation policies set out in Planning Policy Statement 1/01, "Policy and Guidance Notes for the Conservation of the Historic Environment of the Isle of Man." There is generally gra nt assistance available to help in the use of appropriate materials and positive and appropriate development within Conservation Areas.
Within Conservation Areas
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.
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.
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.
replacement of windows in Registered Buildings
advice is available through Planning Circular 1/98 on the replacement of windows in Registered Buildings and this requires the originals to be retained where practicable and where not, new windows should replicate the originals in all respects except where circumstances justify a departure.
Condition 1
The works hereby granted registered building consent shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this consent. Reason: To comply with paragraph 2(2)(a) of schedule 3 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1999 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented registered building consents.
Condition 2
Any new slates to be applied must match the existing in colour, thickness and size. Reason: To protect the historical integrity of the building.
