19 August 2008 · Planning Committee
2, Albion Terrace, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 2lw
The proposal involved internal alterations to convert an existing residential dwelling, part of a row of three-storey terraced properties on Lezayre Road in Ramsey, into three self-contained apartments, associated with planning application 08/00007/GB.
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The Planning Committee refused the application because flats 1 and 3 failed to provide a pleasant clear outlook from principal rooms and had unduly limited natural light, creating an unacceptable livi…
General Policy 2
Requires development to respect site/surroundings in scale/form/design, provide satisfactory amenity/standards including parking/access, and not adversely affect locality amenity. Officer found parking relaxation acceptable due to Registered Building re-use and public transport proximity but amenity/outlook failed tests for flats 1/3.
Environment Policy 31
Presumption against removal of Registered Building from Register. Not relevant as proposal retains/re-uses the building.
Environment Policy 32
Prohibits extensions/alterations detrimentally affecting Registered Building character. Internal works assessed but found unjustified.
Environment Policy 33
Permits change of use only if appropriate and non-detrimental to character. Conversion to apartments deemed inappropriate due to impacts.
Housing Policy 17
Permits conversions to flats if pleasant outlook from principal rooms, adequate space/amenity/parking. Failed on outlook/light for flats 1/3 principal rooms; parking relaxed but not decisive.
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