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PLANNING OFFICER REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Application No. : 25/90262/B Applicant : Fraser Reid Design Limited Proposal : Conversion of tennis courts to six padel tennis courts and erection of supporting facilities Site Address : Tennis Courts Nobles Park Douglas Isle Of Man
Principal Planner: Chris Balmer Photo Taken : 20.03.2025 Site Visit : 20.03.2025 Expected Decision Level : Planning Committee
Recommendation
Recommended Decision:
Permitted Date of Recommendation: 22.04.2025 __
Conditions and Notes for Approval C : Conditions for approval N : Notes attached to conditions
C 1. The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice.
Reason: To comply with Article 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
C 2. Prior to the installation of any boundary fencing as shown on drawing 20195-PL03 a detailed drawing of the western boundary fencing of the site which is no taller than 3m in height shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Department and these approved details shall be full adhered to and retained thereafter while the site is in operation.
Reason In the interest of visual amenities of the area.
C 3. The courts and ancillary seating areas as shown on drawing 20195-PL03 hereby approved shall only be used between the hours of 0600hrs and 2200hrs.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenities of the area, neighbouring amenities and the times are those which have been set out in the submitted documents and have been considered on this basis only.
C 4. The low level lighting (bollards and wall lighting) as shown on drawing 20195-PL03 shall not be in operation between 2220hrs and 0540hrs.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenities of the area, neighbouring amenities and the times are those which have been set out in the submitted documents and have been considered on this basis only.
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C 5. The floodlighting as shown on drawing 20195-PL03 shall not be in operation between 2205hrs and 0555hrs.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenities of the area, neighbouring amenities and the times are those which have been set out in the submitted documents and have been considered on this basis only.
C 6. Prior to the installation of any glass court screening details of the bird strike prevention film shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Department and these approved details shall be installed prior to the use of any court and retained thereafter.
Reason: In the interest of bird strike prevention.
This application has been recommended for approval for the following reason. In conclusion, while the proposed do increase the level of built form on the site, introduce a greater level of lighting to the site and have the potential to generate a greater level of people visiting the site/area; it is considered these additional impacts would not have such a significant adverse impacts upon public or private amenities to warrant a refusal. Furthermore, it is considered the proposed uses would provide a new sporting/leisure facility on the Island to the benefits of residents.
Therefore for these reasons and those outlined within this report, it is considered the proposal complies with complies with General Policy 2, Strategic Policy 5, Transport Policy 7, Recreation Policy 2, Community Policy 2 & 3 and Environment Policy 36 of the IOM Strategic Plan 2016, Area Plan for the East 2020 and Our Island Plan 2025-26.
Plans/Drawings/Information; This approval relates to the submitted documents and drawings all received on 10.03.2025.
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Right to Appeal
It is recommended that the following organisations should NOT be given the Right to Appeal:
DOI Highway Services - No Objection Local Authority - No Objection __
Officer’s Report
THE APPLICATION IS BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMITTEE AS IT COULD BE CONSIDERED CONTRARY TO THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN BUT RECOMMEND FOR AN APPROVAL
1.0 APPLICATION SITE 1.1 The application site are the Tennis Courts within the centre of Nobles Park, Douglas. To the north of the site is the children playground and "Splash Zone" outside water playground. To the east of the site is a skate park and basketball court, to the south is a playing field and a further playground for older children and to the west are two bowling greens.
1.2 The site is currently a large open area with a hard surfacing (tarmac finish) with painted lines to accommodate five tennis courts or four netball courts.
1.3 The closest public highways are Upper Dukes Road to the south and St Ninians Road to the west.
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2.0 THE PROPOSAL 2.1 The application seeks planning permission for the conversion of tennis courts to six padel tennis courts and erection of supporting facilities. The proposed operating hours are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
2.2 In terms of physical development the proposal would require the following works; o Around each of the six new courts are between 3m and 4m high glass screens and some upper sections finished with as wire mesh fencing. Each court has four lighting columns with floodlighting approximately 6m high;
o Between the proposed courts and along the northern and western boundary of the site it is proposed to install a variety of seats, tables, covered seated areas, recycling bins and raised planters;
o Bollard lighting throughout the site and low level wall lights to existing tier wall;
o To the north-western corner of the site it is proposed to install a Kiosk building (7.9m x 3m x 2.8m) which would accommodate vending machines and an office;
o Along the northern boundary is an existing tiered platform, it is proposed to install a ramped access, stairs and also to install glazed balustrades along this raise platform, which will accommodate seating to view the courts;
o Around the boundary of the site it is proposed to install an approximate 4m high security fencing. The western boundary (after discussions with the Department) the fence is proposed to be 3m in height (needs to be conditioned). Existing landscaping (mature hedgerows approx. 2.5m in height) to the northern and southern boundaries are proposed to be retained.
2.3 The applicants have indicated that; "This development provides a high-quality Padel centre that will cater to the growing interest in the sport within the community. By offering a new recreational space, the project seeks to promote physical activity, enhance social interaction, and contribute to the overall well-being of the island's residents. Additionally, the development aligns with the broader goals of improving Nobles Park and aligns with Isle of Man vision of building a secure, vibrant and sustainable Island laid out in the 2022 Island Plan.
The Repurposing of the site will provide the Isle of Man community with a new offering that is very much in demand replacing the underutilized existing tennis and netball courts."
2.4 The applicants also comment: "What is Padel? Padel is a rapidly growing racket sport that combines elements of tennis and squash. In 2020 the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) became the national governing body for this form of tennis. It is described as a strategic move to benefit both the growth of tennis and padel in the UK. Moreover, the LTA describe Padel as an innovative form of tennis that's fun, easy to learn and extremely sociable. One of the fastest growing sports in the world, padel is played on an enclosed court about a third the size of a tennis court, groups of mixed ages and abilities can play together. The rules are broadly the same as tennis, although you serve underhand, and the walls are used as part of the game with the ball allowed to bounce off them."
2.5 And
"The operational model is simple, we will be providing easy access to the site using a simple online booking system that allows you to either book the whole court or reserve a place on a court with other individuals. There will be first class coaching available on either a 1-2-1 or
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group basis. Leagues & development programmes will be offered for all abilities & age groups. A small kiosk will be present for the hiring of equipment and a covered space for seating. The operational model will provide new job offerings on the Island that we will strive to support local talent for."
3.0 PLANNING HISTORY 3.1 Approval in principle for erection of a covered events hall - 11/01748/A - REFUSED on the following grounds; "R 1. It has not been demonstrated that the proposed use of the building for a wide range of events during evenings would not result in the potential for unacceptable noise and disturbance to local residents contrary to General Policy 2.
R 2. It has not been demonstrated that the position and scale of the proposed building would not have an adverse visual impact upon the wider surrounding area and upon the amenity of Noble's Park."
4.0 PLANNING POLICY 4.1 The Area Plan for the East 2020 identifies the site as being within an area of "Open Space - Park". The site is not within a Conservation Area, but the properties (distinctive chequerboard brick pattern in brown and yellow) to the south of the site along Upper Dukes Road are within Olympia Conservation Area 2003.
4.2 The following policies of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 are considered relevant in the determination of this application:
4.3 General Policy 2 states: "Development which is in accordance with the land-use zoning and proposals in the appropriate Area Plan and with other policies of this Strategic Plan will normally be permitted, provided that the development: (a) is in accordance with the design brief in the Area Plan where there is such a brief; (b) respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping of buildings and the spaces around them; (c) does not affect adversely the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape; (d) does not adversely affect the protected wildlife or locally important habitats on the site or adjacent land, including water courses; (e) does not affect adversely public views of the sea; (f) incorporates where possible existing topography and landscape features, particularly trees and sod banks; (g) does not affect adversely the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality; (h) provides satisfactory amenity standards in itself, including where appropriate safe and convenient access for all highway users, together with adequate parking, servicing and manoeuvring space; (i) does not have an unacceptable effect on road safety or traffic flows on the local highways; (j) can be provided with all necessary services; (k) does not prejudice the use or development of adjoining land in accordance with the appropriate Area Plan; (l) is not on contaminated land or subject to unreasonable risk of erosion or flooding; (m) takes account of community and personal safety and security in the design of buildings and the spaces around them; and (n) is designed having due regard to best practice in reducing energy consumption."
4.4 Strategic Policy 5 states; 'New development, including individual buildings, should be designed so as to make a positive contribution to the environment of the Island. In appropriate cases the Department will require planning applications to be supported by a Design Statement which will be required to take account of the Strategic Aim and Policies.'
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4.5 Transport Policy 7 states; 'The Department will require that in all new development, parking provision must be in accordance with the Department's current standards.'
4.6 Recreation Policy 2 states; "Development which would adversely affect, or result in the loss of Open Space or a recreational facility that is or has the potential to be, of recreational or amenity value to the community will not be permitted except in the following circumstances: (a) where alternative provision of equivalent community benefit and of equivalent or better accessibility is made available; and (b) where there would be an overall community gain from the development, and the particular loss of the open space or recreation facility would have no significant unacceptable effect on local open space or recreation provision or on the character or amenity of the area."
4.7 Environment Policy 36 states: "Where development is proposed outside of, but close to, the boundary of a Conservation Area, this will only be permitted where it will not detrimentally affect important views into and out of the Conservation Area."
4.8 Community Policy 2 states: "New community facilities should be located to serve the local population and be accessible to non-car users, and should where possible re-use existing vacant or underused buildings."
4.9 Community Policy 3 states: "Development (including the change of use of existing premises) which results in the loss of a local community facility (other than shops and public houses) will only be permitted if it can be demonstrated that it is no longer practical or desirable to use the facility for its existing use or another use likely to benefit the local community."
4.8 Our Island Plan 2025-26; "An island of health and wellbeing Staying physically and mentally fit and healthy benefits not only the individual but also society. We cannot expect to be immune from serious diseases, global pandemics or the daily pressures of life, but facilitating healthy lifestyles, access to sport and culture, and encouraging a good work-life balance is as important as developing high quality health and social care services. This is a fundamental link between our economic success and our health and wellbeing."
4.8.1 And "Recognise the link between healthy places, active lifestyles and overall wellbeing in policy choices."
5.0 REPRESENTATIONS 5.1 Douglas Borough Council has no objection (21.03.2025).
5.2 Highways Division make the following comments (20.03.2025): "After reviewing this Application, Highway Services HDC finds it to have no significant negative impact upon highway safety, network functionality and/or parking as the proposed use would have a similar parking demand to the existing use if renovated, while the site is in a sustainable location in Douglas centre attracting non car trips."
5.3 Ecosystem Policy Team (DEFA) comment (03.04.2025); "General Stance No objection subject to condition
Detailed Comments o The Ecosystem Policy Team are glad to see that consideration has been given to the issue of bird strikes, given the amount of glass that is to be erected on site. We would be content with a bird strike prevention film being applied to the windows, and perimeter fencing
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as detailed in Section 4.2 of the Planning Statement, in order to mitigate against this potential impact. A condition to secure the bird prevention film is requested below. o Lighting details have been provided with this application and consideration has been given to the impact of artificial lighting on nocturnal wildlife. We understand the requirement for the flood lighting of the padel tennis courts and for bollard and wall lighting for safe access and egress. A lighting data sheet has been provided for the flood lighting which details that the LEDs will be 5,700K in temperature, which is well above the recommendations made to limit impacts on bats, but we understand is recommended for tennis court lighting. No lighting data has been provided for the other lighting. However, we recommend that the bollard and wall, under canopy and kiosk wall lighting use LEDS with temperatures of 2,700k or less, in line with best practise guidelines for bats. The 5,700k flood lighting is accepted given the locations and directions of the lighting, requirements for the courts and given the details on activation times meaning that lighting will not be on all night. o Though considered an enhancement for biodiversity, we would encourage the applicant to plant species with known wildlife benefits in the planters. For example, plants which are known to be good for pollinators. Consideration should also be made into using native species.
Potential conditions o All glass screens to be fitted with bird strike prevention film."
5.4 Registered Buildings Officer (DEFA) comments (07.04.2025); "I've had a look at the proposals, and given the distance from the houses (about 85m depending on which house you measure from), I don't think that there will be any significant harm to the setting of the conservation area. Given the established use of the park in general and the formal courts on the site itself, I would judge that the presence of floodlighting in the manner proposed to be acceptable in terms of the character and appearance of the conservation area."
6.0 ASSESSMENT 6.1 The material planning consideration which need to be considered are; o Principle of the use; o The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area; o Impact upon residential amenities; o Parking provision/highway safety; and o Impacts upon adjacent Conservation Area.
6.2 PRINCIPLE OF THE USE 6.2.1 As outlined within the policy section of this report the site is designated as "Open Space
6.2.2 One of the main issues to consider is whether the proposal would adversely affect, or result in the loss of an existing recreational facility that is or has the potential to be, of recreational or amenity value to the community.
6.2.3 The Department sough additional information in relation to the existing level of usage of the site and whether other sports used the site, namely netball. The applicants commented that; "DCC set up one tennis court with nets each summer from late May to the end of September. However, Parks Services staff have reported that it is rarely used, with only one instance of public use observed in the past three years."
6.2.4 And
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"The area does have netball goals, but they have only been set up twice in the past three years. Netball is now primarily played indoors at the NSC and in school gyms."
6.2.5 Part of the application a supporting letter from the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) is included as part of the application and comment that; "...There currently is no other padel court provision on the Isle of Man. This presents a significant opportunity for the development of a new padel facility. Given the population, conservative demand modelling would suggest that 7 courts could be sustained. Therefore, the LTA is supportive of Padel being developed."
6.2.6 It is noted that no objections has been received from members of the public or sporting organisations on the IOM in terms of the loss of the tennis/netball facilities; albeit it should be noted that from a planning perspective could be argued the land use is not changing, the site is still being used for sporting /leisure purposes; only a different sporting alternative is being proposed.
6.2.7 Padel tennis as outlined in the supporting LTA letter and Planning Statement outline that it is a sport which is continuing to grow in the UK and this proposal will introduce the sport on the IOM with the required facilities.
6.2.8 From the evidence available and form observation, it is not considered the existing courts are have a high level of use or demand and the lack of any objection would seem to reinforce this view. The proposal is considered to represent an overall community gain from the development, and comply with the aims of Recreation Policy 2 and Community Policy 3.
6.3 THE EFFECT OF THE PROPOSAL ON THE CHARACTER AND APPEARANCE OF THE AREA 6.3.1 The proposal does require a number of glazed walls, fencing and floodlights and other associated structures/buildings (see paragraph 2.2). Accordingly, the amount of built development is significantly greater than the existing site which essentially is a large open space with hard surface finish which occasionally has tennis nets in place. The proposal which significantly charge the character and appearance of the site and public views of it from the surrounding public viewpoints, from within the park immediately adjacent to the site or from sections of Upper Dukes Road and St Ninians Road.
6.3.2 However, the proposal will appear as a sporting facility which is adjacent to other existing sporting facilities/associated buildings within the centre of Nobles Park. It is considered the proposal would not appear out of keeping with the site or the wider Nobles Park and will appear as a sporting/leisure facilities within the park.
6.3.4 Potentially, the greatest impact to the surrounding areas is when the site is lit from the proposed floodlights (four per court, six courts, so a total of 26 lighting columns) and lower level of lighting with a number of bollard and wall lights. A lighting plan is included in the submission. The applicants have advised that the floodlighting will only be activated when ambient light levels are insufficient to illuminate the courts, and only the court with an active booking will be lit. Further the site is to operate 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week and to ensure safe departure from the courts and the site, a controlled lighting schedule will be implemented (Floodlighting will have a 5-minute buffer before and after use and Low-level lighting will have a 20-minute buffer).
6.3.5 Accordingly, the applicants have outlined that the earliest activation times will be; o Low-level lighting: 5:40 AM o Floodlighting: 5:55 AM
6.3.6 The latest deactivation times will be; o Floodlighting: 10:05 PM o Low-level lighting: 10:20 PM
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6.3.7 It is noted that visiting the site, Nobles Park and the surrounding streets scene that there are existing level of lighting. For example Upper Dukes Road and St Ninians Road has a number of street lights and within Nobles Park there are lighting columns along the footpaths which through the Park (and past the site). There is also further flood lights at the two adjacent bowling greens and other bollards lighting throughout the park. Accordingly, there is already a level of artificial lighting surrounding Nobles Park and adjacent to the site within the park. Accordingly, having lighting on the site isn't a unique or new situation. It should be noted that the proposal would likely have the greatest level of illumination within the site, compared to any other light source within Nobles Park given the required level of lighting required. If all lighting surrounding the site/within the park where off and only the lights within the application site being one, it would appear as a sizeable glow from the surrounding area/streets and would certainly be apparent. However, even on this worst case scenario; the site/associated lighting would be views against the fact that it is a sporting/leisure facility within the park and arguably it is not an uncommon feature in such locations.
6.3.8 For information the Department sought clarification from Douglas Borough Council in terms of the street lighting times on the public highways and within Nobles Park. They advised that; "All streetlighting within the City of Douglas operates under an "all night" regime. This means the lighting switches on shortly before dusk and off shortly after sunrise. We manage this via our Central Management System (CMS), which uses real-time lux levels to determine accurate switch-on/off times. We also apply dimming profiles in line with British Standards during quieter hours to reduce energy use and limit unnecessary light spill..." 6.3.9 Further, in terms of timing of operation they advised that for Upper Dukes Road, St Ninians Road & Nobles Park (Paths and Road) the operational times are (The % values represent the operational output of the lantern); o Dusk - 00:00: 100% o 00:00 - 03:00: 55% o 03:00 - 06:00: 35% o 06:00 - Sunrise: 100%
6.3.10 Douglas Borough Council also comment that; "Please note, the bowling green lighting is not managed by Douglas City Council's Electrical Section. To my knowledge, it is operated by the Bowling Club on an as-needed basis..."
6.3.11 Accordingly, the surrounding streets and the park is illuminated from Dusk through to sunrise the following day and when the proposed lighting for the site would be operating (see section 6.3.6). Accordingly, there is an existing level of artificial lighting in the area and therefore while the proposal will increase this, it is not considered the visual impact would be so adverse to warrant a refusal.
6.3.12 accordingly, while the proposal in terms of the required built form and lighting will have a greater visual impact to the surrounding areas and on the site, it is not considered the visual impact would be sufficiently adverse to warrant a refusal and comply with General Policy 2.
6.4 IMPACT UPON RESIDENTIAL AMENITIES 6.4.1 The potential main impacts are the use of the proposal and resulting general disturbances of people coming and going from the site and also the additional lighting proposed.
6.4.2 The properties most likely to be affected by the development are those which faces towards the site and Nobles Park along Upper Dukes Road to the south and St Ninians Road to the west. These properties are approximately 85m+ to the boundaries of the application site and approximately 93m+ to the closest court.
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6.4.3 There are also mature trees while line the road side boundaries of Nobles Park which also are between the application site and the neighbouring properties. Further, along the boundaries of Nobles Park which runs along Upper Dukes Road there are additional landscaping in places.
6.4.4 Along the western boundary of Nobles Park which fronts onto St Ninians Road, again there are a number of mature trees and approximately half of this frontage contains the boundaries of the bowling greens which contain covered seating areas and floodlighting. The second half of the western boundary has more open views over the park, albeit a children's play area and basketball/football court sites between these neighbouring properties and the proposed development.
6.4.5 In terms of people visiting the site, there are five existing tennis courts or four netball courts. While the site appears to be under used and therefore not generate many people using these existing facilities, it needs to be acknowledged that they could be and in turn would generate people to the site. The proposal has the potential to general a greater level of use, with six courts played with doubles typically and therefore 24 people. This is compared to tennis which would generate a total of 20 people if all five courts where uses for doubles. Four netball courts have the potential to create a total of 56 people (7 players per team) on the four netball courts.
6.4.6 The proposal does include spectator areas and therefore this further increases the potential for further people to the site (i.e. competitions etc) which could generate more than outlined. However, Nobles Park is a large site with a number of access points, both pedestrian and vehicular and therefore any visitors to the proposed development would likely be spread out to these various points, which in turn reduces the potential impact to local residents. Furthermore, again it is not uncommon for public parks to generate a large number of persons (Nobles park has had concerts, circus and TT/Grand Prix events) which arguably have a far greater number of people visiting the park/area than what is proposed by this development. Overall, for these reasons it is not considered the proposed development would result in a significant adverse impact upon neighbouring amenities to warrant a refusal and comply with General Policy 2.
6.4.7 In relation to the lighting, it is again worth noting the point addressed in paragraphs 6.3.4 to 6.3.11, as the points made are relevant to the neighbouring properties in the area. Overall, it is considered the potential impacts upon neighbouring properties would not be so significant to warrant a refusal given; the distance of the courts are from the neighbouring properties; the existing landscaping around the boundaries of the application site; existing landscaping along the parks southern and western roadside boundaries; existing built structures within the park and existing lighting within the park and street lighting along Upper Dukes Road & St Ninians Road and comply with General Policy 2.
6.5 PARKING PROVISION/HIGHWAY SAFETY 6.5.1 As outlined in paragraph 6.4.5 there is potentially an existing level of parking provision required for the existing uses. As outlined by Highway Services they consider the proposed use would have a similar parking demand to the existing use if renovated. The applicants have advised that there are 651 parking spaces within Nobles Park which could provide amble parking for visitors. Outside larger events at Nobles Park the majority of time the parking spaces within Nobles Park is available. The site also complies with Community Policy 2 as it is centrally located within Douglas and is within walking distance of a number of residential properties. Bus stops are also in closes proximate to the site. Therefore the proposal is considered to be located within one of the more sustainable location on the Island. Accordingly, it is considered the proposed parking requirements for the development can be provided within Nobles Park.
6.5.2 Highway Services have raise no highway safety concerns with the development.
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6.6 IMPACTS UPON ADJACENT CONSERVATION AREA 6.6.1 As outlined by Environment Policy 36 where development is proposed outside of, but close to, the boundary of a Conservation Area, this will only be permitted where it will not detrimentally affect important views into and out of the Conservation Area. The comments from the Registered Buildings Officer are given significant weight and agreed with. The distance from the boundaries of the Conservation Area and given the proposal would complement the leisure uses already found within Nobles Park are not considered to have a detrimental impact upon important views into and out of the Conservation Area and therefore comply with Environment Policy 36.
7.0 CONCLUSION 7.0.1 In conclusion, while the proposed do increase the level of built form on the site, introduce a greater level of lighting to the site and have the potential to generate a greater level of people visiting the site/area; it is considered these additional impacts would not have such a significant adverse impacts upon public or private amenities to warrant a refusal. Furthermore, it is considered the proposed uses would provide a new sporting/leisure facility on the Island to the benefits of residents.
7.0.2 Therefore for these reasons and those outlined within this report, it is considered the proposal complies with complies with General Policy 2, Strategic Policy 5, Transport Policy 7, Recreation Policy 2, Community Policy 2 & 3 and Environment Policy 36 of the IOM Strategic Plan 2016, Area Plan for the East 2020 and Our Island Plan 2025-26 and is recommended for an approval.
8.0 RIGHT TO APPEAL AND RIGHT TO GIVE EVIDENCE 8.1 The Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 sets out the process for determining planning applications (including appeals). It sets out a Right to Appeal (i.e. to submit an appeal against a planning decision) and a Right to Give Evidence at Appeals (i.e. to participate in an appeal if one is submitted).
8.2 Article A10 sets out that the right to appeal is available to: o applicant (in all cases); o a Local Authority; Government Department; Manx Utilities; and Manx National Heritage that submit a relevant objection; and o any other person who has made an objection that meets specified criteria.
8.3 Article 8(2)(a) requires that in determining an application, the Department must decide who has a right to appeal, in accordance with the criteria set out in article A10.
8.4 The Order automatically affords the Right to Give Evidence to the following (no determination is required): o any appellant or potential appellant (which includes the applicant); o the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, the Department of Infrastructure and the local authority for the area; o any other person who has submitted written representations (this can include other Government Departments and Local Authorities); and o in the case of a petition, a single representative.
8.5 The Department of Environment Food and Agriculture is responsible for the determination of planning applications. As a result, where officers within the Department make comments in a professional capacity they cannot be given the Right to Appeal.
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I confirm that this decision has been made by the Planning Committee in accordance with the authority afforded to that body by the appropriate DEFA Delegation and that
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in making this decision the Committee has agreed the recommendation in relation to who should be afforded interested person status and/or rights to appeal.
Decision Made: Permitted Date: 28.04.2025
Signed : Presenting Officer
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