Alterations and refurbishment of premises to create a two bedroom apartment on the upper floors, two retail units to ground floor and new shopfront...

As a long time supporter and promoter of LOTS (Living over the shop) I fully endorse this proposal.

The Authority wish to express their interest in the following planning applications, and request that a condition of planning be that the applicant must contact the Authority to ensure that a connection is obtained for water supply purposes

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

Apartment blocks should meet the following requirements.

Conditions requested: Where parking is provided, which includes provision for visitors then five percent of unassigned spaces should be designated for disabled parking; The ground or primary entrance level should include at least one entrance that is accessible to an unassisted wheelchair user; Any sanitary facilities provided which are accessible to the public should include a disabled toilet; All public corridors should be of sufficient width and free from obstruction as to allow a wheelchair user to pass other users of the corridor; The primary entrance and inside layout to all apartments should be off sufficient width as to be accessible to unassisted wheelchair users; Where apartments and/or parking are provided over more than one level then a lift should be provided of sufficient dimensions as to allow an unassisted wheelchair user to enter, turn around and use the controls; The primary entrance to all apartments should be of sufficient width as to be accessible by an unassisted wheelchair user. Inside layout should have sufficient aisle width as to allow an unassisted wheelchair user to manoeuvre; All serving counters in the retail units should contain at least one section suitable for wheelchair users. (e.g. low enough to use to write a cheque)

As a long time supporter and promoter of LOTS (Living over the shop) I fully endorse this proposal.

whilst not opposed to the principle of the refurbishment... we would register our concerns at some of the details shown on the plans

Conditions requested: The replacement windows should be wooden sliding sash to both elevations. The low maintenance argument for upvc should be ignored and the traditional design used in the conservation area.; prior to any removal of slates or roof timbers both the Manx Museum and the Isle of Man Antiquarian Society are invited to view and photograph the current roof structure.; All windowsills should replicate the current design and material.; no demolition will take place unless a specific detailed application is made and approved.

Applicant to consult with Fire Safety department to discuss general Fire Precautions

Conditions requested: Applicant to consult with Fire Safety department to discuss general Fire Precautions within the retail unit and the Premises falls within the scope of the Fire Precautions Flats Regulations 1996