6 September 2018 · Head of Development Management (Stephen Butler)
Queens Pier Entrance, Stanley Mount East, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 1np
The proposal involves structural brackets under the pier to support a recent width extension, plus restoration at the gatehouse/entrance including retrospective portacabin placement (5.45m x 4.9m x 2.4m), moved security gates, reinstating windows with treated softwood frames and toughened glass, a new sympathetic clock…
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The key issue was whether the proposals would 'affect detrimentally its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest', per Environment Policy 32.
Strategic Policy 4
Requires proposals to protect or enhance the fabric and setting of Registered Buildings. Assessed as compliant via part (a), as works preserve the pier's special interest without detriment.
General Policy 2
Permits development respecting site surroundings, not adversely affecting townscape character or amenity. Assessed as compliant via part (c), with works enhancing rather than harming the locality.
Environment Policy 32
Prohibits extensions/alterations detrimentally affecting a Registered Building's special character. Key test applied; works deemed not detrimental, with structural elements modest and restoration a betterment.
Environment Policy 34
Prefers traditional materials for pre-1920 buildings. Painting with rubber oil-based paint in muted shade and softwood window frames considered appropriate for the gatehouse maintenance.
RB/3 General Criteria Applied in Considering Registered Building Applications
Considers building's importance, physical features, and setting. Applied to assess impact on pier's architectural/historic interest and contribution to local scene; no adverse effects found.
RB/5 Alterations and Extensions
Presumes against alterations affecting special character unless justified; requires demonstration of necessity/desirability. Works justified as necessary for stabilisation/restoration, with minimal cumulative impact.
Time limit
The works hereby granted registered building consent shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this consent. Reason: To comply with paragraph 2(2)(a) of schedule 3 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1999 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented registered building consents.
visited the site and considered the scheme and has no concerns
