15 November 2013 · Delegated - Senior Planning Officer
Isle Of Man Education, Anagh Coar Primary School, Darragh Passage, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 2bx
The proposal involved replacing existing chain link fencing around Anagh Coar primary school with new fencing up to 3m high finished in RAL Green 6005, adding playground gates, and constructing new concrete steps with an entrance gate at the northwest corner.
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The officer balanced the school's justified need for taller security fencing against impacts on character and neighbour amenity.
General Policy 2
Requires development to respect site/surroundings in siting/scale/design, avoid adverse impacts on townscape, amenity, road safety, and incorporate safety/security. Officer assessed fencing height increases but found green finish and school benefits acceptable, with no harm to amenity or character despite initial concerns.
Community Policy 5
Supports improvements/extensions to existing schools if compliant with other policies, considering community use. Site identified as primary school in Douglas Local Plan; proposal enhanced security for sports/recreation without policy conflicts.
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved plans
The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out except in full accordance with the following plans: Drawing Numbers 17560203 (existing fencing) received on 09 May 2013; 17560201 (site location plan) and 17560205 (new steps and fencing to the side) received on 03 July 2013; 175602 02A (proposed block plan) and 175602 04A (proposed fence elevations) received on 11 October 2013.
no objection subject to pre-commencement discussion on sewer protection
