15 November 2006 · Director of Planning and Building Control (M. I. McCauley)
Motors & Mowers Ltd, Station Road, Kirk Michael, Isle Of Man, IM6 1ae
The proposal involves adding a conservatory extension to the existing showroom of Motors & Mowers Ltd, a part single/part two storey detached property on a corner plot in Kirk Michael. The extension measures 4.4m projection, 12.5m width and 2.9m maximum height, featuring stone-faced pillars on front and side elevations…
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The officer assessed the proposal's appearance in the street scene and Kirk Michael Conservation Area, consulting the Conservation Officer who had no objection.
Development within Conservation Areas (Emerging Isle of Man Strategic Plan, 6.2.6)
Policy requires development in conservation areas to preserve character. Michael Commissioners cited it against the uPVC conservatory as incongruous, but officer overruled after Conservation Officer no-objection, citing stone-faced pillars, site level and integration with existing building.
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved plans
This approval relates to the submitted documents which are date-stamped 25th August 2006.
Supports: no adverse visual impact; conservation area not argument for refusal; covers existing outdoor sales area without enlarging premises; aligns with 'Freedom to Flourish' policy for established business improvement.
Do not oppose
Highways and Drainage Divisions have no objection to application 06/01464/B, Michael Commissioners object due to design and conservation area concerns, while Fire Safety, Disability Access, and David Cannan support with comments.
Key concern: uPVC conservatory would introduce a large, prominent and incongruous feature to this newly conservational area
Highways Division
No ObjectionDo Not Oppose
Drainage Division
Conditional No ObjectionNo Objection in principle, subject to the following conditions
Conditions requested: There must be NO discharge of surface water (including that from roofs and paved areas) from this proposed development to any foul drainage system(s) so as to comply with the requirements of the Department of Transport Drainage Division and the Sewerage Act 1999
Michael Commissioners
ObjectionObjection
Disability Access Office
No CommentEntrance should be accessible to an unassisted wheelchair user. All reception counters should contain at least one section suitable for wheelchair users. Where public toilet facilities are provided this should include the provision of a disabled toilet.
Conditions requested: Entrance should be accessible to an unassisted wheelchair user.; All reception counters should contain at least one section suitable for wheelchair users.; Where public toilet facilities are provided this should include the provision of a disabled toilet.
Fire Safety Officer
SupportApplicant is advised to consult with Fire Safety Department with regard to the general Fire Precautions contained within this application.; Recommend: Approve
