25 February 2004 · Planning Committee
Town Hall, Ridgeway Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 1ep
The proposal involves internal refurbishment works to create a new reception area within the ground and first floors of the Town Hall on Ridgeway Street, Douglas. This includes alterations to layout, new coving for hidden lighting, new carpet, and new entrances, submitted by Douglas Corporation.
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The application was approved following consideration by the Planning Committee, with reference to the Building Conservation Officer's report indicating no objection after receipt of supplementary info…
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved plans
This approval relates to the documents which are date stamped 8th January 2004.
no views on the application, having no adverse traffic impacts
no objection to the proposals
no objection to the application
Douglas Borough Engineer and Highways Division have no objection to the application, while Fire Prevention Officer raises safety concerns recommending consultation, and Disability Access Office suggests accessibility improvements.
Key concern: proposals make escape from some areas of the first floor inherently unsafe in the case of fire
Douglas Borough Engineer
No ObjectionDouglas Corporation have no objection to the proposals listed below.; 03/1723 Provision of a new/refurbished reception area on ground and first floor, Town Hall, Ridgeway Street, Douglas
Highways Division
No ObjectionThe Highways Division of the Department of Transport has no views on the following application, the application having been considered and having no adverse traffic impacts.; 03/01723/48
Fire Prevention Officer
Conditional No ObjectionRecommend architect consult with fire & rescue service as proposals make escape from some area's of the first floor inherently unsafe in the case of fire
Conditions requested: Recommend architect consult with fire & rescue service
Disability Access Office
Conditional No ObjectionReception counters should have at least one section lower for the benefit of wheelchair users.; If possible an induction loop should be fitted for the benefit of those with hearing impairment.
Conditions requested: Reception counters should have at least one section lower for the benefit of wheelchair users.; If possible an induction loop should be fitted for the benefit of those with hearing impairment.
