24 December 2012 · Council of Ministers
Phase 1, Environmental And Highway Improvements, Loch Promenade, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2bt
The proposal involved full reconstruction of the carriageway with drainage works, remodelling at junctions like Victoria Street and Walpole Avenue, improved pedestrian crossings and footways, reconstruction of the central island from Peveril Square to Victoria Street, new parking layouts, relocation of the Jubilee Cloc…
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The inspector noted the existing highways, streetscape finishes, and street furniture are in very poor condition and neither enhance nor preserve the character of the Promenade Conservation Area.
General Policy 2
Permits development in accordance with land-use zoning and Area Plan proposals if it respects site/surroundings in siting/layout/scale/design, protects townscape character, ensures road safety for all users, does not prejudice adjoining land, and considers community safety. Assessed compliant as scheme improves streetscape, safety, and functionality on principal traffic route without adverse impacts.
Environment Policy 35
Permits only development preserving or enhancing Conservation Area character/appearance, protecting special features. Existing poor condition neither enhances nor preserves; proposals with high-quality materials improve 'gateway area' character and streetscape, overcoming minor reservations on surface finish variety via pre-commencement approval condition.
RB/5 Alterations and Extensions
Special regard to preserving Registered Building or setting/features of architectural interest; presumption against alteration unless justified. Relocation of Jubilee Clock preserves building/setting/features, with base treatment enhancing area; separate consent via 12/01376/CON.
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved drawings
This approval relates to drawing Nos D1/101, D1/102 and D1/103 date stamped 3 October 2012.
Materials approval
Prior to any works commencing samples and specifications of all finishing materials shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The details should include samples of all materials as indicated on the drawings referred to in condition No 2 above and details of all of the proposed street furniture, street lighting and other fittings. The works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
no objection to the application, supports improvement of whole Promenade in principle but reserves comment on remainder pending further details especially horse tram tracks
prime objective to reconstruct promenade as primary distributor road, improve traffic flow, pedestrian facilities, maintain on-street facilities, enhance appearance as gateway linking to town centre regeneration
no assessment or recommendation due to vested interest, but identifies relevant policies and suggests conditions
express interest due to underground cables/overhead lines nearby, requests contact for working practices and safety
