1 September 2004 · Planning Committee
Arbory House, Glen Road, Colby, Isle Of Man, IM9 4hw
The application sought permission to change the use of two semi-detached dwellings, Arbory Cottage and Arbory House, located in large grounds on Glen Road in Colby, to self-catering holiday units. The properties are well-maintained with traditional features, off-road parking, and extensive gardens.
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The officer assessed the proposal to change the use of two semi-detached dwellings in considerable grounds to self-catering holiday units and found it acceptable.
Time limit
The use must be taken up within four years of the date of this notice in order for this approval to remain valid after that time.
Approved plans
This approval relates to the plans and information submitted as part of this application and date stamped 28th June 2004.
Fire safety
Prior to the commencement of the proposed additional use, the recommendations of the Fire Service as set out on the attached report dated 11th August 2004 must be implemented in full.
fully supports the above planning application as in sympathy with policy to promote quality self catering tourist accommodation in the Manx countryside, Arbory and East Rushen Local Plan, and Planning Circular 4/99
no adverse traffic impacts
no comments to make
Registration and Grading Commission supports the application for self-catering tourist accommodation; Highways Division confirms no adverse traffic impacts; Arbory Parish Commissioners have no comments; Fire Service raises concerns about means of escape and recommends specific fire safety measures including potential refusal.
Key concern: Escape from the proposed first floor bedroom is through another bedroom, which means that the means of escape are inherently unsafe in the event of fire
Registration and Grading Commission
SupportThe application is in sympathy with Registration and Grading Commission policy to promote the development of quality self catering tourist accommodation in the Manx countryside.; In conclusion the Registration and Grading Commission fully supports the above planning application.; It is considered that the application would be in sympathy with current planning policy specifically the Arbory and East Rushen Local Plan, Planning Circular 4/99.
Conditions requested: Comply with Fire Safety criteria; Comply with Health and Safety criteria; Market as 2 person or 4 person for single family occupation only with disclosure of bedroom access; Registered with Registration and Grading Commission and meet 1-5 Star Quality Rating, aiming for 4 Star
Highways Division, Department of Transport
No ObjectionNo adverse traffic impacts.
Isle of Man Fire And Rescue Service
Conditional No ObjectionRecommend refusal as escape from the proposed first floor bedroom is through another bedroom, which means that the means of escape are inherently unsafe in the event of fire.
Conditions requested: A fire blanket conforming to BSEN3 should be provided for the kitchen area.; A 6 litre AFF fire extinguisher conforming to BSEN3 should be provided for the Ground Floor lobby area.; The automatic smoke detection located at the head of the stairs should be extended to provide smoke detection to the rear bedroom area.; The location of the fire alarm sounders should be investigated by your electrician.; The enclosed notices should be displayed in a prominent position within the premises.
Arbory Parish Commissioners
No CommentI confirm that the Commissioners have considered the above application and have no comments to make.
