19 May 2020 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Sarah Corlett)
40, Malew Street, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1af
The proposal involves changing part of the existing three-storey traditional cottage, which has a rear flat-roofed sun room and one allocated off-road parking space, to allow its additional use as tourist accommodation alongside the permanent residence. No physical changes to the building or parking are proposed.
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The officer assessed the fundamental issues of impact on neighbouring living conditions and local highways from additional tourist use.
Business Policy 13
Requires permission for tourist accommodation in residential properties only if it does not compromise neighbour amenities. Officer found the modest property's use would not significantly impact neighbours more than existing residential or private rental occupancy.
General Policy 2
General development policy; officer noted overall compliance without specific assessment details provided.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character. No external changes proposed, so neutral impact and character preserved.
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.
Do not oppose
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division submitted a consultation response stating 'Do not oppose' (DNO) with no conditions or concerns raised.
Department of Infrastructure (DOI) Highways Division
No ObjectionDo not oppose; DNO on 29.04.2020; DNO; Conditions (if any) DNO
