89/01784/BApproved
Construction of dormer in roof, How-yn-Gren, Douglas Street, Castletown
14 September 2010 · Committee
Lorne House, Douglas Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1az
This application sought permission to erect a stone wall to replace existing boundary fencing adjacent to Smetana Close at Lorne House, Douglas Street, Castletown. Lorne House is a large property set within its own grounds, including lawns, trees, flower beds, a tennis court, and a kitchen garden, situated between Bridge Road, Douglas Street, Brewery Wharf apartments, and School Lane. The Planning Committee approved the application on 14 September 2010, subject to four conditions. The officer had recommended approval.
The Planning Committee approved the application on 14 September 2010. The officer had also recommended approval. The proposal to replace existing boundary fencing with a stone wall was found to be acceptable.
SPECIAL PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS of Conservation Areas
Policy CA/2 SPECIAL PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS of Conservation Areas as set out within Planning Policy Statement 1/01- Policy and Guidance Notes for the Conservation of the Historic Environment of the Isle of Man
POLICY CA/2 SPECIAL PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS When considering proposals for the possible development of any land or buildings which fall within the conservation area, the impact of such proposals upon the special character of the area, will be a material consideration when assessing the application. Where a development is proposed for land which, although not within the boundaries of the conservation area, would affect its context or setting, or views into or out of the area; such issues should be given special consideration where the character or appearance of a conservation area may be affected.
Condition 1
This permission relates to the erection of a wall as shown in drawing 01 received on 13th July, 2010.
Condition 2
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Condition 3
The works must be carried out such that damage is not caused to the trees through removal of branches or compaction of roots. The provisions of British Standard 5837:2005 should be adhered to and the advice of DEFA Forestry Division is recommended during the implementation of the approval.
Condition 4
Prior to the commencement of works on site, the applicant must have approved by the Planning Authority a scheme for the monitoring of the work on site in relation to the discovery and recording of items of archaeological interest. It should be noted that a licence is required for archaeological excavation and the applicant is encouraged to consult Manx National Heritage in respect of the information required to satisfy this condition.
Erection of boundary wall to extend existing wall
Demolition of existing garage and erection of a replacement garage block
Creation of a new vehicular access and driveway
Erection of section of boundary wall (Retrospective)
Change of use from existing mixed office and residential accommodation into a private dwelling
Demolition of existing outbuildings and erection of a gatehouse dwelling
Relocation of existing tennis court
Erection of MEA sub station (retrospective)
Erection of two houses with a single shared vehicular access from Bridge Street
Installation of a satellite dish on west elevation
Erection of satellite dish, Lorne House, Castletown
Installation of Cattle Grid, inside entrance to Lorne House, Castletown
Change of use of domestic accommodation to office and domestic, Lorne House West, Castletown
Construction of dormer in roof, How-yn-Gren, Douglas Street, Castletown
Three-storey extension to form dining room and extra bedrooms, Lorne House, Castletown
Alterations and extensions to form new dining room and staircase, Lorne House, Castletown
Erection of additional garage incorporating pitched roof over, How Yngren, Douglas Road, Castletown
Alterations, conversions and extensions to form additional living accommodation, How Yngren, Douglas Street, Castletown