24 November 2005 · Committee
End Cafe, The Promenade, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7df
This application sought permission to demolish the existing buildings at Cliffside and End Cafe on The Promenade in Laxey and replace them with a terrace of five dwellings and one detached dwelling, each with integral double garages. The site was noted in the officer's report as containing almost derelict buildings. This was a further resubmission, with a previous related application on record. The application was refused by committee on 24 November 2005, in line with the case officer's recommendation. The available evidence does not set out the detailed reasons for refusal.
The application was refused by committee on 24 November 2005. The officer had also recommended refusal. Limited evidence is available to explain the specific reasons behind the decision.
Planning Policy Statement 1/01
would not enhance the appearance of the Conservation Area as is required by the 1991 Town and Country Planning Act and as such would be contrary to be policy CA/2 of 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.
