14 November 2013 · Delegated - Development Control Manager (Jennifer Chance)
St Germans Cathedral, Derby Road, Peel, Isle Of Man, IM5 1hh
The proposal involves formalising an informal pedestrian access from Lyndale Avenue into the southernmost corner of St German's Cathedral grounds with a new path at 1:15 gradient for disabled access, using materials matching the previously approved landscaping scheme including crushed granite chippings, resin-bonded pe…
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The officer noted the site is the southernmost corner of St German's Cathedral (RB 204) within Peel Conservation Area, currently grassed with mature elm and sycamore trees, bounded by a low local sand…
Strategic Policy 4
Requires proposals to protect or enhance the fabric and setting of Registered Buildings and Conservation Areas. The officer found the path works respect the character of the Registered Building and Conservation Area setting, using materials consistent with prior approvals.
Environment Policy 32
Prohibits extensions or alterations to Registered Buildings that detrimentally affect their special character. Assessed as compliant since proposals do not affect the building fabric but enhance grounds access without harm.
Environment Policy 34
Prefers traditional materials in alterations to pre-1920 buildings. Proposal uses materials matching approved scheme (crushed granite, resin pea gravel, timber), deemed appropriate.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character. Path integrates with existing landscaping, routing around trees, preserving special features.
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 following information all date stamped 20 Jun 2013: A3 Location Drawing scale 1:1250; A3 Drawing No. 2013/01 Measured Survey Disabled Access
recommend approval of the application
