6 November 2003 · Planning Committee - Secretary Planning Committee
Elgin, Jacks Lane, Port E Vullen, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM7 1aw
The proposal involved converting half of an existing large brick storage shed (previously used for chickens, 125ft x 25ft, with asbestos roof) behind Elgin House into two ground-floor holiday units for tourists, suitable for those with limited mobility, while retaining the other half for storage associated with the mai…
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The final review decision overturned the initial refusal after considering written evidence including amended drawings (2K02-02 received 21 August 2003 and sketches by Mark Kinrade received 9 December…
Planning Circular 3/89 Renovation of Buildings in the Countryside
Directs investment towards and encourages re-use of existing buildings of merit worthy of retention. Initially failed as buildings not registered/worthy or positively contributing to countryside amenities; on review, accepted in principle with conditions for appearance improvements (slate roof, etc.) to achieve compliance.
Planning Circular 10/91
Cited by Registration Commission as sympathetic for tourist accommodation; supports quality self-catering in countryside per North Eastern Sector Plan.
Approved drawings
This approval relates to the principle of the conversion of the existing sheds into tourist accommodation together with the creation of a new means of access all as shown in drawing reference 2K02-02 received on 21st August 2003 and the two sketches prepared by Mark Kinrade received on 9th December 2003 with the applicant's submission to Review.
Time limit for reserved matters
This approval is in principle only and will remain valid for a period of two years within which time no development may take place until such time as details of the reserved matters (siting, design, external appearance, internal layout, means of access, landscaping) have been approved by the Planning Authority. Such reserved matters should form the subject of a single application.
Detailed matters requirements
The detailed application must demonstrate that i) the building is to be converted to tourist accommodation with improvements to its appearance including the replacement of the existing roofing which must be replaced with slate or a high quality slate-like material. ii) access can be provided such that visibility splays are available to drivers emerging from the site, to the satisfaction of the Department of Transport. iii) car parking can be provided to accommodate vehicles generated by the proposed use.
Use tied to main house
The accommodation to be provided must be operated in association with the occupation of 'Elgin'.
Concrete bridge details
The detailed application must include full details of the proposed concrete bridge following consultation with the Department of Transport Drainage Division.
Fully supports the in-principle application; in sympathy with North Eastern Sector Plan and Planning Circular 10/91; encourages quality self-catering tourist accommodation in countryside; well-located for walking/Manx Electric Railway.
No adverse traffic impacts subject to parking arrangements and access/sight lines meeting requirements after consultation.
No objection in principle subject to full details of concrete bridge with detailed application.
Interest noted; condition for water supply connection under Water Supply Byelaws.
Approve conversion to holiday accommodation if attached to Elgin House and not separate property.
