Construction of a reinforced concrete cantilever retaining wall of varying height to harbour and along the sea wall

the proposals offer an acceptable balance between the need to maintain the amenity value of the Promenade and the need to protect the property of residents and businesses in the vicinity.; The Commission wishes to advise that it has Resolved support this application.

Conditions requested: That the Department submits a fully detailed plan to the Planning Authority that demonstrates arrangements for Disabled access at both ends of the raised walkway, as well as a 'dropped' kerb at a mid-point on the long 116 metre section where the pavement remains at current kerb level. This plan to be approved by the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of any works on the sea wall.; That the Department of Infrastructure submits a fully detailed plan to the Planning Authority that demonstrates that there will be no loss of parking provision along Laxey Promenade; including the retention of the current number of spaces for those with disabilities. This plan to be approved by the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of any works on the sea wall.; That the Department of Infrastructure submits a fully detailed plan to the Planning Authority for an annual beach management scheme which will complement the efficient operation of the newly constructed wall.; That the Department of Infrastructure submits a fully detailed plan to the Planning Authority that indicates the finish/colour of concrete used on all wall faces, ensuring that it reflects the finish and style of the current walls; that the architectural style of the current sea wall is maintained with similar recurrent pillars that are in keeping with the current design; that new pavements are in keeping with the retained pavement south of the slipway; that the 'Victorian' lamp posts are retained; that all fittings used on both the sea and harbour walls are in keeping with current and sensitive to the amenity of the location. This plan to be approved by the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of any works.; That a fully detailed plan is submitted by the Department of Infrastructure to the Planning Authority that demonstrates adequate means of access to the Boat Park for users, and that there will be no change to the number of boats that can be stored at the facility as a result of the harbour wall proposals. This plan to be approved by the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of any works on the harbour wall.; That a fully detailed plan is submitted by the Department of Infrastructure to the Planning Authority indicating how the steps from the pavement to the beach will refurbished and integrated into the new wall structure. This plan to be approved by the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of any works on the sea wall.

The Commission wishes to advise that it has Resolved support this application.