Environment Policy 33
Source: Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016
Environment Policy 33: The change of use of Registered Buildings will only be permitted if the proposed use is appropriate and any alterations associated with the change are not detrimental to its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest.
7.28.1 Traditional building materials can be classified as stone for walls, slates for roofs and softwood for window frames. Local materials help to form the character of settlements in the Island. For example, sandstone was a common building material in the development of much of the older parts of Peel and limestone was historically used in Castletown. Whilst the original sources of some materials are no longer operating, reclaimed material from old buildings is often available. Such re-use will be particularly encouraged where sites are to be redeveloped and there is evidence of material on site which can be recycled and reused. It will, however, not be appropriate to demolish historic buildings merely to reclaim usable materials. Another important aspect when attempting to retain the historic building stock is the use of the most appropriate mortar; common across the Island's built environment has been the use of lime-based mortar and washes.
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Douglas
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Additional use of residential dwelling as tourist accommodation (Class 3.6)
Additional use of dwellinghouse as tourist accommodation (Class 3.6)
Additional use as self-catering tourist accommodation
Additional use of site as a Food festival with associated facilities and craft market for the period 27th May 2024 set up to the 8th June 2024
Registered building consent for alterations to facilitate a change of use to gym - RB 188 (in association with 23/01454/GB)
Alterations to facilitate a change of use from place of worship to gym with associated facilities (in association with 23/01453/CON)
Courtyard and beach area to be used as temporary event and bar space; installation of additional seating and stretch tent; alterations to WC block.
Internal alterations to facilitate conversion from offices to single dwelling, installation of first floor balcony at rear, replacement windows, and alteration of rear window to create door RB152 (in association with 23/00652/B)
Installation of rear balcony at first floor level and change of use from offices to single dwelling (in association with RB consent application 23/00653/CON)
Registered Building Consent for reinstatement of blocked up front door, repair and replacement of windows, and alterations to the internal plan form RB 39 (in association with 22/01494/GB)
