26 April 2022 · Planning Committee
Methodist Chapel, Station Road, Port Erin, Isle Of Man, IM9 6bd
The proposal involves converting the disused Port Erin Methodist Church into a residential dwelling, including installation of a first floor for bedrooms and home office, while retaining the external appearance and providing two parking spaces from the adjacent church hall area, plus landscaping.
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The application was recommended for approval despite being in a Civic & Worship zone, as the loss of the church as a community facility was deemed acceptable under Community Policy 3 due to low congre…
General Policy 2
Sets general standards for acceptable development, including character/appearance and neighbour amenity (g). Assessed as compliant due to no external changes preserving streetscene character, minor scale avoiding amenity harm, pleasant outlooks from principal rooms, and maintenance benefits from residential use.
Community Policy 3
Permits loss of community facilities (other than shops/public houses) if no longer practical/desirable for existing or alternative community use. Satisfied as church has low congregation, costly to maintain/repurpose, and adjacent hall recently improved; residential use ensures upkeep.
Transport Policy 7
Sets parking standards. Two spaces provided but reduce adjacent church hall below standards; acceptable in town centre with public transport, nearby car park, and on-street options.
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 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
No extensions without approval
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2012 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification) no extension, enlargement or other alteration of the dwelling(s) hereby approved, other than that expressly authorised by this approval, shall be carried out, without the prior written approval of the Department. Reason: To control development in the interests of the amenities of the surrounding area.
Do not Oppose.
in support of the application
Port Erin Commissioners supported the proposals; DOI Highways Division did not oppose with a suggestion for bicycle parking storage; public representations included one objection and one withdrawal.
Port Erin Commissioners
SupportThe Board of Port Erin Commissioners considered the above application last night and resolved to support the proposals.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionDo not oppose; After reviewing this Application, Highway Services HDC finds it to have no significant negative impact upon highway safety, network functionality and /or parking.; Storage for bicycle parking should be considered.; Any electric vehicle charging points would require separate arrangements with the adjoining site.
