89/01784/BApproved
Construction of dormer in roof, How-yn-Gren, Douglas Street, Castletown.
Permitted
14 September 2010 · Committee
Lorne House, Douglas Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1az
This retrospective application sought permission for a section of boundary wall that had already been erected at Lorne House, Douglas Street, Castletown. Lorne House is a large property dating back in its original form to 1826, situated between Bridge Road, Douglas Street, Brewery Wharf apartments, and School Lane. The Planning Committee approved the application on 14 September 2010. The officer's report noted that the section of wall is very small and does not have any public impact, which supported the recommendation to permit it. One condition was attached to the approval.
The Planning Committee approved the retrospective application. The officer noted that the section of wall is very small and does not have any public impact, supporting the decision to permit it.
Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character of appearance of the area
The proposal should be considered in respect of Environment Policy 35
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.
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 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.
Planning Policy Statement 1/01- Policy and Guidance Notes for the Conservation of the Historic Environment of the Isle of Man
judged on the basis of Planning Policy Statement 1/01
Condition 1
This permission relates to the erection of a section of boundary wall as shown in drawing 01 received on 13th July, 2010.
Erection of boundary wall to extend existing wall
Pending Consideration
Demolition of existing garage and erection of a replacement garage block
Pending Consideration
Creation of a new vehicular access and driveway
Pending Consideration
Change of use from existing mixed office and residential accommodation into a private dwelling
Pending Consideration
Erection of stone wall to replace existing boundary fencing adjacent to Smetana Close
Pending Consideration
Demolition of existing outbuildings and erection of a gatehouse dwelling
Pending Consideration
Relocation of existing tennis court
Pending Consideration
Erection of MEA sub station (retrospective)
Pending Consideration
Erection of two houses with a single shared vehicular access from Bridge Street
Refused at Appeal - 3rd May 2006
Installation of a satellite dish on west elevation of
Permitted 28th April 2005
Erection of satellite dish, Lorne House, Castletown.
Initial Decision - Permitted 3rd September 1997
Installation of Cattle Grid, inside entrance to Lorne House, Castletown
Permitted
Change of use of domestic accommodation to office and domestic, Lorne House West, Castletown.
Permitted
Construction of dormer in roof, How-yn-Gren, Douglas Street, Castletown.
Permitted
Three-storey extension to form dining room and extra bedrooms, Lorne House, Castletown
Permitted
Alterations and extensions to form new dining room and staircase, Lorne House, Castletown.
Permitted
Erection of additional garage incorporating pitched roof over, How Yngren, Douglas Road, Castletown
Permitted
Alterations, conversions and extensions to form additional living accommodation, How Yngren, Douglas Street, Castletown
Permitted