14 September 2006 · Director of Planning and Building Control (M. I. McCauley)
Ard Na Mara House, Quines Hill, Port Soderick, Isle Of Man, IM4 1ba
The proposal involved converting redundant stone barns with tiled roofs at Southampton Farm into four holiday cottages, including one accessible unit, using existing openings with minimal new windows and rendering to match the farmhouse.
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The officer considered the proposal against Planning Circular 3/89, which permits renovation of redundant countryside buildings that are 'substantially intact and structurally capable of renovation' a…
Renovation of Buildings in the Countryside
Requires redundant countryside buildings to be substantially intact and structurally capable of renovation without substantial rebuilding for alternative uses like tourism if they contribute to character. Officer tested the barns' condition via survey and site visit; survey said suitable after repairs but inspection showed collapses and shores, failing the test as it would be tantamount to new build, contrary to policy against rebuilding ruins into dwellings.
No objections. Seem well worth saving and scheme leaves enough to serve as outbuildings to main house.
Do not oppose
Proposals in sympathy with planning policy and Registration and Grading policy to encourage quality self catering tourist accommodation in countryside.
Precedent Value
Demonstrates value of structural engineering evidence distinguishing intact from collapsed structures in barn conversions under Circular 3/89. Highlights potential for conditional limits on parking to address visual amenity in countryside settings.
