13/91537/BApproved2013
change of use of these central units from residential to either residential or tourist use
14 March 2014 · Delegated
Shop, 16, Arbory Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1lj
This application sought permission to alter and change the use of existing residential and commercial premises at Callow's Yard, Castletown, to provide additional residential accommodation. The application was withdrawn on 14 March 2014 before any formal decision was reached. The case officer had recommended refusal, identifying several planning concerns including the proposed increase in single-bed apartments, car parking, the impact of losing commercial units, changes to the buildings at ground floor level, and the amenities of future residents. The determining body is recorded as Delegated.
The application was withdrawn by the applicant on 14 March 2014 before a formal decision was issued. The officer had recommended refusal, with key concerns including the increase in single-bed apartments, car parking, and the loss of commercial units.
Mixed Use areas
Area Plan for the South
Development within an area of Mixed Use
Area Plan for the South
Area Plan for the South
Mixed Use Proposal 1
Area Plan for the South
Isle of Man Strategic Plan
best use of resources by under-used land
Strategic Plan
Conservation Areas
Strategic Plan
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.
loss of local shops
Strategic Plan
Community Policy 4: Development (including the change of use of existing premises) which involves the loss of local shops and local public houses, will only be permitted if it can be demonstrated that the use is no longer commercially viable, or cannot be made commercially viable. 10.9 Hospitals 10.9.1 The new hospital located in Braddan is now operational, and any further land-use requirements arising therefrom are dealt with in the re levant Area Plan. Likewise, any land - use requirements arising from regional facilities will be addressed by the appropriate Area Plans. 10.10 School Sites 10.10.1 Schools play an important role as a focus for community activity, providing not only schooling for children but also adult education, sports facilities, and cultural and social opportunities. This is especially true in our smaller villages. The continued viability and accessibility of village schools will therefore be one of the more important criteria to which the Department has regard when preparing new Area Plans. In the preparation of Area Plans, the Department will consult with the Education Departm ent on such criteria . Also, an increasing population, and changes in the profile and distribution of the population, are leading to demand for new and extended schools. Accordingly, the following policy is appropriate:
parking standards
Strategic Plan
Transport Policy 7: The Department will require that in all new development, parking provision must be in accordance with the Department's current standards. The current standards are set out in Appendix 7. 11.5.4 New development can have a significant impact in terms of the traffic generated by it and the impact on the various modes of travel. The Department considers that proposals which are likely to be significant traffic generators should be accompanied by a Transport Assessment(1) which should look at all modes of transport including access by public transport, cycling and on foot.
change of use of these central units from residential to either residential or tourist use