29 September 2014 · Head of Development Management (Jennifer Chance), delegated authority
Hair & Beauty, 35, Victoria Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2lf
The proposal involves changing the use of a traditional four-storey corner terrace building from retail to financial services providing independent financial advice on mortgages, savings, and retirement plans.
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The officer first assessed the site's location in principle, noting it is within a 'Predominantly Shopping Use' area but that neighbouring buildings at the Victoria Street/Duke Street crossroads are u…
General Policy 2
Requires development in accordance with land-use zoning and Area Plan proposals, while respecting site surroundings in siting, layout, scale, form, design; not adversely affecting townscape character, amenities, highways, or other listed matters. The officer assessed the change of use against this despite deviation from shopping zoning, finding it acceptable due to surrounding non-retail uses and street character, with no adverse impacts identified.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development in Conservation Areas that preserves or enhances character and protects special features. The proposal involves internal changes only with no external alterations, so the officer implied no adverse impact on the Conservation Area's character, as the use fits the townscape.
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 objection (letter dated 22.09.14)
no objection (received 22.09.14)
