9 May 2005 · Planning Committee
Communal/Landlords, Beachcomber, Shore Road, Port Erin, Isle Of Man, IM9 6hl
The application sought Approval in Principle to demolish an unattractive two-storey flat-roofed building currently used as a café, amusement arcade and living accommodation above, located on Shore Road (Port Erin Promenade) between the Bay Hotel and Herdman Institute.
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The officer recommended approval because the existing building is an 'unattractive, two storey flat roofed building which is a café and amusement arcade with living accommodation above' and 'the loss …
Time limit for reserved matters
This approval is in principle only and will remain valid for a period of two years within which time no development may take place until such time as details of the reserved matters (siting, design, external appearance, internal layout, means of access, landscaping) have been approved by the Planning Authority. Such reserved matters should form the subject of a single application.
Relates to approved plans
This permission relates to the principle of the redevelopment of the existing property as shown in drawings 1068-01 and the photograph both received on 28th January, 2005 to create new residential accommodation.
Method statement for construction
The application for reserved matters must include a method statement detailing how the proposed development will be undertaken, having regard to: the narrow nature of the road network serving the site; the restricted depth of the site; and the stability of the rear of the site and possibility of land slip and/or destabilising the slope.
Design requirements
The new building must be designed as a distinctive structure which will sit comfortably between its neighbours in this prominent position.
Parking provision
The application for reserved matters must include provision of at least two parking spaces on site for each residential unit (each space measuring minimum dimensions of 4.8m by 2.4m).
no adverse traffic impacts, subject to conditions
replacement of this building is to be applauded; settle for residential in principle
Mixed responses to application 05/00150/A including no objection from Highways (with condition), utilities requiring water connection condition, support from SPMC&E, objection from Port Erin Commissioners, and access comments from Disability Access Office.
Key concern: site too narrow and stability of rear bank with history of landslip
IoMWA
Conditional No ObjectionSee Note (1) For connections that comprise more than a single connection to a water main or service, or where new water mains and hydrants will be required
Conditions requested: a condition of planning be that the applicant must contact the Authority to ensure that a connection is obtained for water supply purposes, or an amendment to the existing supply under the terms of the Water Supply Byelaws
SPMC&E
SupportThe replacement of this building is to be applauded.; It would be nice if it were replaced by some new holiday development but failing the possibility of this, we will settle for what is offered – at least in principle, which is all that is at stake.
DOT Highways
Conditional No ObjectionNo adverse traffic impacts, subject to the imposition of the following condition
Conditions requested: Parking arrangements on site shall meet the requirements of the Planning Committee after consultation with the Highway Authority.
Disability Access Office
No CommentDropped kerb crossing places should also be provided at various points along any road although these can be provided by way of driveways to properties.; If however the alternative 'shared surface' option is used then there should be a clear delineation line between pavement and road to assist people with sight impairment.
Conditions requested: Estate layouts should ensure there are dropped kerbs at all road junctions and that appropriate tactile paving is provided.; Where common parking is to be provided then 5% should be designated disabled parking.; New build should be done under the Part M building regulations.
Port Erin Commissioners
ObjectionThe above application was considered by my Commissioners at their Meeting held on the 8th February, 2005. I am directed to inform you the application has been Opposed.
Port Erin Commissioners
ObjectionI am directed by the Commissioners to re-iterate their opposition to the above development on the following grounds
