26 February 2014 · Planning Committee
Vine Villa, 8, Derby Square, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 3ls
The proposal involves demolishing Vine Villa, described as a 'muddled mix' of buildings of varying ages and styles on the north-eastern corner of Derby Square, and outbuildings, to facilitate redevelopment with a four-storey building containing four duplex apartments (approved under linked application 13/91226/B).
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The officer applied the key test of whether demolition would preserve or enhance the Windsor Road Conservation Area character, noting ENV39 and CA/6's presumption in favour of retaining positively con…
General Policy 1
Requires regard to Development Plan and all material considerations in determining applications under Parts 2 and 3 of the 1999 Act. Officer applied this as overarching framework, considering conservation policies, history, and replacement merits.
Environmental Policy 39
Presumption in favour of retaining buildings making positive contribution to Conservation Area character. Vine Villa found to 'just manage' positive contribution per prior inspector; demolition acceptable due to enhancement by replacement outweighing presumption.
Time limit
The works hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved plans
The works hereby approved shall not be carried out except in full accordance with the following plans: Drawing Numbers 13/2013/01 (location plan and site survey) received on 16 October 2013.
Redevelopment contract required
No works shall commence until a contract for the subsequent redevelopment of the site, as approved by Planning Approval 13/91226/B dated 26th February 2014 and details of phasing and timing of works has been submitted to and agreed in writing by the Planning Authority. All works shall then be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
no response to date
Multiple consultees and objectors responded to planning applications 13/01227/CON and 13/91226/B concerning demolition of Vine Villa and erection of four duplex apartments; Isle of Man Victorian Society strongly objected to demolition due to architectural heritage value, Highways…
Key concern: Vine Villa is of Registerable quality and unique architectural importance
Isle of Man Victorian Society
ObjectionThe building is of Registerable quality, and no approval should be given to its demolition until such time as its importance is fully assessed.; We trust the Planning Committee will take all the above in to consideration and Refuse the application as made - especially as it falls short of your own policy of enhancement.
Conditions requested: Building Preservation Notice to be placed on the property for full assessment within defined timescale
Highways Division
Conditional No ObjectionDefer | Visibility sightlines need to be shown on drawings when exiting proposed garages. 2 x 36 metres in both directions; Due to the speed, width and volume of traffic using this lane, the reduced visibility when exiting the proposed garages is acceptable at this location.
Conditions requested: Visibility sightlines of 2 x 36 metres in both directions
Manx Electricity Authority
Conditional No ObjectionContact the M.E.A. Planning Department (Tel. 687781), to discuss the electricity supply for this application.; All work to be carried out with reference to Health and Safety Executive Guidance Notes HS(G)47 & GS6.
Conditions requested: Applicant must contact MEA Planning Department (Tel. 687781) to discuss electricity supply; Contact Network Operations Department (Tel. 687687) to discuss working practices around Cables and Overhead Lines; Obtain Electrical Site Safety 5 documents before work commences
DEFA Environmental Health
Conditional No Objectionthe proposed flats/apartments must, on completion of the intended works, comply with the requirements of the Housing (Flats) Regulations 1982 and be registered thereafter under the same Regulations PRIOR to any of the flats being occupied.
Conditions requested: Proposed flats/apartments must comply with Housing (Flats) Regulations 1982 and be registered prior to occupation
