10 April 2007 · Director of Planning and Building Control (delegated authority under Article 3(13) of the Town and Country (Development Procedure) Order 2005)
16, Castlemona Avenue, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4eh
The proposal involved converting the existing guest house, currently with 18 bedrooms, into five self-contained apartments, including retaining and formalising an existing basement ancillary accommodation as a separate flat.
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The officer assessed that creating a separate flat in the basement would result in a poor living environment due to seriously unsatisfactory outlook from the high blank wall with railings in front of …
Planning Circular 2/88 - The Conversion of Buildings into Flats
The circular sets standards for habitable living environments in flat conversions, particularly regarding outlook and natural lighting. The officer assessed the basement flat against this, finding poor outlook from high blank walls/railings and inadequate light due to north-easterly orientation and enclosed rear yard, failing the test for satisfactory living conditions.
Do not oppose. The development of five apartments from the established use is not considered intensive in highway parking terms.
No objection.
Express interest; require applicant to contact for water supply connection under Water Supply Byelaws.
