1 January 1994 · Planning Committee of the Department of Local Government and the Environment
House, 12, Arbory Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1lj
The proposal involved demolishing existing buildings and replacing them with a new retail store (referred to as Shoprite supermarket) and car parking on Arbory Street in Castletown. The site is in a designated Conservation Area with historical significance in the probable bounds of medieval Castletown.
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The officer noted that elevations to Arbory Street were developed during discussions with the architect and were generally satisfactory, with the exception of entrance doors and archway arrangement.
Use restriction
The building(s) shall not be used for any other purpose than that indicated on the plan or in the application without the consent of the Committee.
Time limit for completion
The development shall be completed within the period of FORTY EIGHT (48) months from the date of this approval WHICH SHALL CEASE TO HAVE EFFECT IN DEFAULT OF COMPLIANCE WITH THIS CONDITION except in respect of any development completed within that period.
Completion requirement
Subject to the last foregoing condition the development having been commenced shall be carried on to completion in a workmanlike and expeditious manner to the satisfaction of the Planning Committee and if not so completed within the said period of FORTY-EIGHT (48) months it shall be a further condition of this approval that the applicant shall submit a new application for consideration by the Committee in respect of the uncompleted development.
Approved drawings
This approval relates to the following drawings: (a) 1014/1,/2,/3 received on the 22nd November, 1989; (b) 1014/12A,/13A,/14A,/16,/17 received on the 8th December, 1989; and (c) 1014/15A (modified front elevation) received on the 19th December, 1989; except insofar as modification thereof is required by conditions (5) and (10) below.
Front doors and archway design
The detailed design of the doors and archway at the front of the building must be revised in consultation with the Department’s Architect and Planning Officer, and an amended plan incorporating such revision must be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Committee PRIOR to the commencement of any development.
Materials samples
A sample of the roof materials and colour of render must be submitted to and approved by the Committee PRIOR to the commencement of any building works.
Underground services
All services including electricity and telephone must be laid underground to the satisfaction of the Committee and arrangements for the supply of such services acceptable to the Committee must be made PRIOR to the commencement of any building works.
Sewer connection
The proposed development must be connected to the main sewer in a manner acceptable to the Byelaw Officer and the Committee and on terms and conditions to be agreed with the Castletown Commissioners PRIOR to the commencement of any building works.
Archaeological notification
The Manx Museum and National Trust must be informed of the date when building work is to commence and given adequate opportunity to inspect the site from the commencement of earth movement and during the excavation of all trenches (including service trenches) as deemed necessary and investigating any archaeological and geological features exposed, to the satisfaction of the Committee. NOTE: The applicant's attention is drawn to the contents of the Manx Museum and National Trust Act 1959/1986.
Fire precautions
Adequate fire precautions must be taken including the provision of an additional fire exit at the western end of the Arbory Street frontage, fire alarms, emergency lighting, and fire extinguishers, to the satisfaction of the Committee and the Chief Fire Officer who must be consulted thereon PRIOR to the commencement of any development works. An amended plan in accordance herewith must be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Committee PRIOR to the commencement of any development.
No advertisements
No advertisement matter of any description shall be exhibited at this site without the PRIOR written permission of the Committee.
Wheelchair access
All entrances and exits must be suitable for use by unassisted wheelchair users, and must be designed, in accordance with BS5810, without steps of any sort.
Disabled parking
Three of the proposed car parking spaces adjoining the building must be designated as two spaces for use by disabled drivers.
Recommend: Approve (after discussions confirming occupancy not more than 300 persons, additional exit no longer required)
Multiple consultees raised concerns about highway encroachment, conservation area impacts, archaeological potential, and design elements, with Highways initially objecting but later approving after amendments, and heritage bodies seeking assurances and conditions.
Key concern: projection encroaching onto public highway
Manx Museum and National Trust
Conditional No ObjectionMy Trust, while in no way opposing the application, would like assurance that...; This site lies within the probable bounds of medieval Castletown
Conditions requested: informed in advance of start of site clearance/building operations; opportunity to inspect site from commencement of earth movement and during excavation of all trenches; all workmen informed of sensitive nature of site to report finds promptly to Manx Museum; attention drawn to Manx Museum and National Trust Act 1959/86
Society for Manx Preservation of the Country Side
ObjectionThe Shop fronts in Castletown are unique in their survival from an earlier age; we wonder whether in this case it is wise to demolish the existing facades
Conditions requested: more detailed information and thought necessary; much more guidance necessary on appearance before work starts
Manx Museum
No Objectionshop frontage of these buildings, which are integral to the overall character of the designated Conservation Area
Conditions requested: design of frontage revised in consultation with Architect and Planning Officer of DLGE; investigate feasibility of salvaging existing shop windows for re-use elsewhere in Castletown
Department of Highways, Ports and Properties Technical Services Division
Objectionno permission has been sought or given by the DHPP for the building on a public highway
Department of Highways, Ports and Properties Technical Services Division
Objectionthis is an offence under the Highway Act 1986 section V
Conditions requested: request a REVIEW of the original decision
Department of Highways, Ports and Properties Technical Services Division
No ObjectionThe amended plan now shows the new frontage to the building behind the line of the existing footpath. As such the Department are now prepared to relinquish their objection
Advisory Council on Planning and the Environment
Objectionwe must object to the elevation of No. 11 Arbary Street; we do not see the necessity for a wide access onto Arbary Street
