2 August 2010 · Delegated
Kenmure, The Crofts, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1lw
Permission was granted for a rear extension to Kenmure, The Crofts, Castletown — one of a terrace of three dwellings on the southern side of The Crofts, backing onto Castletown's tennis courts. The site sits within a Conservation Area and is adjacent to the curtilage of Crofton, a Registered Building. These sensitivities were noted as key issues in the officer's assessment. The application was approved on 2 August 2010 under delegated authority, with two conditions attached to the permission.
The application was permitted by a delegated Senior Planning Officer. The site sits within a Conservation Area, and the proposal was considered acceptable in that context. No refusal reasons were recorded.
Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character of appearance of the area
The proposal is considered to be acceptable
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.
Condition 1
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Condition 2
This permission relates to the alterations and extension shown in drawing reference 456-03A received on 23rd June, 2010.
