3 June 2025 · Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
Hospice Care, Strang, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM4 4rp
The proposal involves erecting a Polycrub poly tunnel measuring 15m long by 4.0m wide with a dome-shaped profile, constructed from a 300mm high timber plinth, arc timber framework, and polycarbonate sheets, located in the rear grass gardens south of the Rebecca House hospice building within the Nobles Hospital complex.…
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The officer assessed the principle of development, noting the site is designated for 'Buildings/Land for Hospital Purposes' and within the curtilage of established buildings, making it broadly accepta…
General Policy 2
General Policy 2 covers general development considerations including design, siting, scale, character (GP2b,c), and impact on amenities (GP2g). The officer tested the poly tunnel's lightweight design, low profile, rear location, and minor scale against these criteria, finding it minimised visual harm, preserved landscape character, and avoided amenity impacts for hospice users. No tensions arose as the proposal aligned fully with the policy on hospital-zoned land.
Time limit
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.
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