12 March 2025 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Jason Singleton)
Offices, 32-34, Malew Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1af
The proposal involves replacing existing timber casement windows on the north and south elevations of The Old Chapel, a three-storey plus roof space building at 32-34 Malew Street, Castletown, with UPVC windows that match the existing pattern of glazing bars and casement opening method.
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The proposals meet the tests of Section 18 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1999, requiring special attention to preserving or enhancing conservation area character, as the replacement windows rep…
Strategic Policy 4
Strategic Policy 4 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 requires preservation of conservation area character. The officer assessed the window replacements as compliant because they match the existing pattern, glazing bars, and opening method, preserving the area's appearance despite non-traditional materials.
Environment Policy 34
Environment Policy 34 prefers traditional materials in sensitive areas. The proposal contravenes this due to UPVC frames, but the officer found it acceptable based on Planning Circular 1/98 guidance prioritising opening method and glazing over material.
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35 relates to conserving historic environment features. Satisfied as the replacements preserve conservation area character through identical style and function.
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 of the Strategic Plan 2016 supports sustainable development. Assessed as compliant in the context of conservation area impacts being acceptable.
Planning Policy Statement 1/01 - Policy CA/2 (Conservation Areas)
From Planning Policy Statements 1/01, requires special consideration of impacts on conservation area character. The proposal preserves character despite material change, per circular guidance.
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 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
No highways interest
