3 October 2017 · Planning Committee
Castle Rushen, The Quay, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1ld
Manx National Heritage proposed minor alterations to the historic Castle Rushen (Registered Building RB 24 in Castletown Conservation Area) to enhance accessibility for visitors, particularly those with disabilities.
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The key issue was whether the works adversely affect the character and interest of Castle Rushen as a building of special historic and architectural importance.
Environment Policy 32
Prohibits extensions or alterations to Registered Buildings that detrimentally affect their special architectural or historic interest. Officer assessed the proposals preserve character through reversible, non-damaging interventions like overlay decking and mortar-fixed glass, avoiding harm to fabric.
Environment Policy 35
Within Conservation Areas, only permits development preserving or enhancing character and protecting special features. Site in Castletown Conservation Area; proposals deemed sympathetic as modern additions are obvious, minimal, and do not detract from historic setting.
Time limit
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice. Reason: To comply with article 14 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) (No2) Order 2013 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
no interest in the application
no objection to the application
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division responded with No Highways Interest (NHI) for application 17/00857/GB.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionNo Highways Interest; NHI on 15/09/17
