7 October 2019 · Planning Committee (signed by N Salt, Presenting Officer)
Former Barn To The Rear Of The Auburns 19 Lezayre Road Ramsey Isle Of Man
The proposal involves converting and extending an existing L-shaped barn of stone construction, partly single and partly two-storey, located to the rear of 19 Lezayre Road in Ramsey. The works retain the main barn structure, replace single-storey garages with a matching two-storey extension and garage using Manx stone …
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The site is zoned for predominantly residential use, making the principle of converting the barn to a dwelling acceptable under General Policy 2, supported by Environment Policy 43 for reusing sound b…
General Policy 2
Requires development to respect site/surroundings in siting/layout/scale/design, not adversely affect character/amenity/road safety. Officer assessed proposal complies as extension matches existing barn, low visual impact behind screening trees, adequate parking/turning, visibility acceptable despite departure, separations protect neighbours.
Environment Policy 34
Prefers traditional materials for pre-1920 buildings. Proposal uses natural laid stone, slate, timber windows to retain barn character, improving appearance without dominating existing structure.
Environment Policy 43
Supports regeneration/reuse of sound built fabric in run-down areas. Barn structurally sound per prior report; conversion reuses fabric rather than demolish, aligning with policy and Residential Design Guidance.
Transport Policy 7
Requires parking per standards (2 spaces for dwelling). Provided via 3 garage berths plus open space for turning/manoeuvring, exceeding minimum.
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 14 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) (No2) Order 2013 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
Materials - external elevations
All external elevations (with exception of dormers) shall be finished in natural traditionally laid stone. Reason: To retain the original character and appearance of the barn.
Materials - roof
The roof of the building shall be finished in natural slate. Reason: To retain the original character and appearance of the barn.
Materials - windows
All windows on the proposed dwelling shall be timber framed and designed as per the approved drawings. Reason: In the interests of the character and appearance of the traditional building.
Matching existing fabric
All work of making good shall be finished to match exactly the existing building fabric in respect of type, size, colour, bond, pointing, coursing, jointing, profile and texture. Reason: In the interests of the character and appearance of the site and surrounding area.
Bat and bird survey
No development shall commence until a bat and bird survey has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Department. The survey shall identify impacts on bat and bird species together with mitigation, where appropriate, including a timetable for its implementation. The development shall not be carried out unless in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To provide adequate safeguards for the bats and birds.
No additional garages/free-standing buildings
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2012 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification), no garages or other free standing buildings shall be erected within the curtilage of the dwelling(s) hereby approved, other than that expressly authorised by this approval, without the prior written approval of the Department. Reason: To control development in the interests of the amenities of the surrounding area.
No extensions/alterations
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2012 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification) no extension, enlargement or other alteration of the dwelling(s) hereby approved, other than that expressly authorised by this approval, shall be carried out, without the prior written approval of the Department. Reason: To control development in the interests of the amenities of the surrounding area.
No garden sheds/summerhouses
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2012 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification), no garden sheds or summerhouses shall be erected or placed within the curtilage of the dwelling(s) hereby approved, other than that expressly authorised by this approval, without the prior written approval of the Department. Reason: To control development in the interests of the amenities of the surrounding area.
No greenhouses/polytunnels
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2012 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification), no greenhouses or polytunnels shall be erected or placed within the curtilage of the dwelling(s) hereby approved, other than that expressly authorised by this approval, without the prior written approval of the Department. Reason: To control development in the interests of the amenities of the surrounding area.
no objection
Multiple consultees responded to planning application 19/00778/B for conversion of a former barn to a residential dwelling; Highways initially objected due to access visibility but later issued no objection after site survey, while ecology consultees raised bat and bird concerns requiring surveys, and Ramsey Town Commissioners had no objection.
Key concern: highways access visibility substandard for 30mph road (initial objection)
Manx National Heritage
Conditional No Objectionbat surveys are undertaken on such buildings, prior to commencement of works, when they are to be converted; All species of bat are listed on Schedule 5 of the Wildlife Act 1990 and are therefore it is an offence to intentionally kill or injure them
Conditions requested: assessment of the site for its potential use by bats and birds undertaken by a suitably licensed and experienced ecologist; ecologist to assess potential of buildings to support bats and advise on further survey requirements, avoidance measures, and mitigation in consultation with DEFA
DEFA Biodiversity
Conditional No ObjectionBats are listed on Schedule 5 of the Wildlife Act 1990. It is an offence to intentionally or recklessly kill, injure or take, or to damage or destroy, or obstruct access to, any structure or place bats use for shelter or protection
Conditions requested: ecological assessment for bats and birds prior to any works taking place; should bats or birds be found to be occupying the barn a mitigation plan for their protection must be submitted for written approval prior to any works taking place
Department of Infrastructure Highways
Objectionsightlines should be in the region of 2.4m x 43m for any development that results in an increase in vehicle movement; refusal is recommended
Department of Infrastructure Highways
No Objectionvisibilities in the order of 2.0m x 2.3m could be achieved in both directions; a moderate intensification of use would be acceptable in this particular circumstance
Ramsey Town Commissioners
No ObjectionRamsey Town Commissioners considered the above application at their meeting on Wednesday 21st August, 2019 and have no objection to the proposal
