11 April 2024 · Delegated - Acting Head of Development Management (Abigail Morgan)
85, Malew Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1lx
The site is 85 Malew Street, a two-storey mid-terraced property with painted stone front, slate roof slightly raised above neighbours, and rear garden at higher elevation. The proposal involves demolishing the rear wall to create an opening for a new rear extension, alongside related works like roof replacements descri…
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The proposal was approved because it meets the statutory tests in Section 18 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1999, as the character of the Conservation Area is being preserved.
Strategic Policy 4
Strategic Policy 4 seeks to protect or enhance Conservation Areas. The officer assessed the demolition works and found they preserve the character, meeting the policy tests as the Conservation Area is protected.
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35 requires that the character and quality of Conservation Areas is protected against inappropriate development. The proposal was judged compliant as it preserves the special character, fabric, and setting without adverse impact.
Environmental Policy 39
Environment Policy 39, with Paragraph 7.32.2, seeks to retain buildings that make a positive contribution to the Conservation Area's character or appearance. The officer noted the works comply as they do not harm the special character.
CA/6 Demolition in Conservation Areas
From Planning Policy Statement 1/01 - Conservation of the Historic Environment, CA/6 relates to Conservation Areas. The officer referenced it as relevant to demolition works, finding compliance as the proposal preserves the historic environment.
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.
