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PLANNING OFFICER REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
Application No. : 23/01452/B Applicant : Mr Neil And Mrs Maureen Crompton Proposal : Creation of two light industrial units, creation of car parking, widening of entrance and landscaping Site Address : Land Off Stanley Mount Stanley Road Peel Isle Of Man IM5 1NY
Planning Officer: Hamish Laird Photo Taken : 28.02.2024 Site Visit : 28.02.2024 Expected Decision Level : Planning Committee
Recommendation
Recommended Decision:
Permitted Date of Recommendation: 16.05.2024 __
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. The units, hereby approved, shall be used for light industrial purposes or research and development only, as outlined in Part 2, 6, Class 2.2 - Light industry and Research & Development in the Schedule attached to the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 2019; and, for no other purposes.
Reason: In the interest of maintaining the residential amenities enjoyed by occupants of adjoining dwellings.
C 3. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development) Order 2012 (or any Order revoking and/or re-enacting that Order with or without modification) no extension, enlargement or other alteration of the workshop buildings, hereby approved, other than that expressly authorised by this approval, shall be carried out, without the prior written approval of the Department.
Reason: To control development in the interests of the amenities of the surrounding area.
C 4. Prior to the first occupation of the development, hereby approved, a Landscaping Scheme shall be submitted to and approved in writing by DEFA Planning. The Landscaping Scheme
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shall include details of all planting and sowing, including size, species and numbers of trees and plants, ground preparation, management and maintenance, and measures to encourage and enhance the biodiversity of the site. All planting, seeding or turfing comprised in the approved details of landscaping as shown by drawing 49.3.07, must be carried out in the first planting and seeding seasons following the completion of the development. Any trees or plants which within a period of five years from the completion of the development die, are removed, or become seriously damaged or diseased must be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species.
Reason: To ensure that the development provides an attractive environment in accordance with Policy GP2 b) c) and d); and, Environment Policy 35 in the Adopted Isle of Man Strategic Plan (2016).
N . The applicant is advised to consult with the Fire Safety Department to discuss fire safety measures.
This application has been recommended for approval for the following reason. On balance, and bearing in mind the changes since the originally refused PA Ref: 06/01658/B scheme was considered; the approval of PA Ref: 07/02225/B for the same scheme as that currently proposed; the adoption of the Manual for Manx Roads in June, 2021; and, the coming into force of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan in 2016; it is considered that the proposal would not result in any adverse impacts to the surrounding area so as to warrant refusal. The visual improvements to the site would enhance the Conservation Area. Overall, it is concluded that the planning application is in accordance with Policies SP3, SP4, SP7, GEN2, ENV7, ENV10, ENV22 iii), ENV35, T4 and T7 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 and is recommended for approval.
Plans/Drawings/Information;
The development, hereby permitted, shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and documents:
Drawing No. Sheet 1 - Proposed Block Plan; and, Floor Plans; Drawing No. Sheet 2 Rev. A - Location Plan; Site Plan; and, Elevations;
all date stamped received on 8th December, 2023. __
Interested Person Status - Additional Persons
It is recommended that the owners/occupiers of the following properties should be given Interested Person Status as they are considered to have sufficient interest in the subject matter of the application to take part in any subsequent proceedings and are mentioned in Article 4.2:
8 Stanley Mount, Peel 25 Bridge Street, Peel 20 Bridge Street, Peel 22 Bridge Street, Peel 24 Bridge Street, Peel 12 Stanley Road, Peel - on behalf of occupants (parents) of dwelling next to site in Bridge Street
as they satisfy all of the requirements of paragraph 2 of the Department's Operational Policy on Interested Person Status (July 2021).
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It is recommended that the owners/occupiers of none of the following properties should be given Interested Person Status as they are considered not to meet the requirement of being located within 20.0m of the site boundary; and, as such do not have sufficient interest in the subject matter of the application to take part in any subsequent proceedings mentioned in Article 4.2:
9 Beach Street, Peel
The above persons, therefore, do not satisfy all of the requirements of paragraph 2 of the Department's Operational Policy on Interested Person Status (July 2021).
It is recommended that the following Government Departments should be given Interested Person Status on the basis that they have made written submissions that relate to planning considerations: Manx Utilities Drainage __
Officer’s Report
THE APPLICATION IS PRESENTED TO THE PLANNING COMMITTEE DUE TO NUMBER OF OBJECTIONS RECEIVED
1.0 APPLICATION SITE 1.1 The application site comprises a vacant plot on varying land levels adjoining an existing stone built, double pile roofed, workshop building, and separate garage, immediately adjoining its NE boundary. These structures derive vehicular access from Stanley Road to the north of the site. The site also adjoins a Meeting Hall located immediately to the north, and residential dwellings to the east fronting onto Bridge Street; and, to the south and east in Stanley Mount. Vehicular access is derived via an existing gated access set in a 1.5m high Manx Stone wall on Stanley Mount with a ramped access track contained within the site allowing vehicles to reach the its lower level areas, and the rear of the existing workshop building. A heating oil tank adjoins the south side of the workshop adjacent to a pedestrian access door. A detached garage building is located on the site in the southern corner where it adjoins dwellings at the rear aspects and amenity areas of dwellings at 18-22 Bridge Street to the west; and, 1 - 5 Stanley Mount to the south. The site is presently unkempt with no trees on it.
1.2 The site lies within the Settlement Boundary for Peel and is classified as being within a Mixed Use Area as shown on the Inset Map for the Peel Local Plan 1999. In the Draft Area Plan for the North and West on Draft Proposals Map 7 Peel Town Centre, the site is shown as being located in a 'Predominantly Residential' area. The site is located in the designated Peel Conservation Area. There are no Registered Buildings on or around the site.
THE PROPOSAL 2.1 Proposed is the erection of a pair of a workshop buildings both contained within a single structure measuring 17.0m wide x 10.0m deep x 3.6m high to the eaves and 6.5m high to the ridge. The south facing frontage elevation would have 3.2m wide roller shutter door to the western element and a 6.9m wide roller shutter door to the eastern workshop. It would be constructed from blockwork which would be timber clad to the external elevations, under a grey metal profile sheet roof. Each roof slope would contain 4 No. translucent, non-opening, roof lights. Internally, the units would provide 80.5m2 each of open floor-space at ground floor level, and would have 1 No. wc's and a canteen area, each. No first floor or mezzanine level accommodation is proposed to be provided.
2.2 Outside the pair of buildings would be served by the existing access track serving the site from Stanley Mount. Parking spaces for 7 cars including one disabled space are shown as
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provided as is a van space directly in front of the eastern units' roller shutter door. Cycle parking can be provided against the access ramp's retaining wall.
2.3 The application also proposes to widen the existing entrance onto Stanley Mount and to provide landscaping for the site to assist in assimilating the development into its surroundings.
PLANNING HISTORY 3.1 This application site has not been the subject of any previous planning applications that are considered specifically material to the assessment of this current planning application.
3.2 Within the immediate area/ estate there have been a number of approvals for the erection of light industrial buildings.
07/02225/B - Erection of two light industrial units, creation of additional car parking, turning area, widening of entrance and landscaping at: Land Off Stanley Mount, Peel, Isle of Man. Permitted 3/3/2008.
06/01658/B - Construction of two single storey light industrial units, creation of additional car parking, landscaping and widening of site entrance - Refused at Appeal 7/6/2007.
04/02282/A - Approval in principle for a residential development of six town houses on derelict land, and garage - Refused on Review 4/11/2004. Refused at Appeal 7/6/2007.
96/01596/B - Erection of seven lock up garages and installation of W.C. to existing workshop, on site behind Stanley Road, off Stanley Mount, Peel. Permitted 1/3/97.
91/00343/B - Construction of new vehicular store, land at Stanley Mount, Peel. Refused 1/9/94.
DEVELOPMENT PLAN POLICIES 4.1 In terms of local plan policy, the site lies within the Settlement Boundary for Peel and is classified as being within a Mixed Use Area as shown on the Inset Map for the Peel Local Plan 1999. In the Draft Area Plan for the North and West on Draft Proposals Map 7Peel Town Centre, the site is shown as being located in a 'Predominantly Residential' area. The site is located in the designated Peel Conservation Area. There are no Registered Buildings on or around the site.
4.2 In terms of strategic plan policy, the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 contains policies that are considered materially relevant to the assessment of this current planning application:
Strategic Policy 3: Proposals for development must ensure that the individual character of our towns and villages is protected or enhanced by: (b) having regard in the design of new development to the use of local materials and character.
Strategic Policy 4: Proposals for development must: (a) Protect or enhance the fabric and setting of Ancient Monuments, Registered Buildings(1), Conservation Areas(2) , buildings and structures within National Heritage Areas and sites of archaeological interest; (b) protect or enhance the landscape quality and nature conservation value of urban as well as rural areas but especially in respect to development adjacent to Areas of Special Scientific Interest and other designations; and (c) not cause or lead to unacceptable environmental pollution or disturbance.
Strategic Policy 7: Undeveloped land which is zoned in Local or Area Plans for industrial, office, or retail purposes will be retained and protected for such uses, except where those uses would be inappropriate or incompatible with adjoining uses.
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Policy GEN 2 (in part) b) respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping of buildings and the space around them; c) does not affect adversely the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape; (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 adverse effect on road safety or traffic flows on the local highways." j) can be provided with all necessary services; (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;
4.3 Environment Policy 7: Development which would cause demonstrable harm to a watercourse, wetland, pond or dub, and which could not be overcome by mitigation measures will not be permitted. Where development is proposed which would affect a watercourse, planning applications must comply with the following criteria: (a) all watercourses in the vicinity of the site must be identified on plans accompanying a planning application and include an adequate risk assessment to demonstrate that works will not cause long term deterioration in water quality; (b) details of pollution and alleviation measures must be submitted; (c) all engineering works proposed must be phased in an appropriate manner in order to avoid a reduction in water quality in any adjacent watercourse; and (d) development will not normally be allowed within 8 metres of any watercourse in order to protect the aquatic and bankside habitats and species.
4.4 Environment Policy 10: Where development is proposed on any site where in the opinion of the Department of Local Government and the Environment there is a potential risk of flooding, a flood risk assessment and details of proposed mitigation measures must accompany any application for planning permission. The requirements for a flood risk assessment are set out in Appendix 4.
4.5 Environment Policy 22: Development will not be permitted where it would unacceptably harm the environment and/or the amenity of nearby properties in terms of: i) pollution of sea, surface water or groundwater; ii) emissions of airborne pollutants; and iii) vibration, odour, noise or light pollution.
4.6 Environment Policy 35: Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area, and will ensure that the special features contributing to the character and quality are protected against inappropriate development.
4.7 Transport Policy 4: The new and existing highways which serve any new development must be designed so as to be capable of accommodating the vehicle and pedestrian journeys generated by that development in a safe and appropriate manner, and in accordance with the environmental objectives of this plan.
4.7 Transport Policy 7: 'The Department will require that in all new development, parking provision must be in accordance with the Department's current standards.' The standard in respect of light industrial requires there to be one parking space per 30 sq m of floor space for light industrial use, one per 50 sq m of industrial floor space and 1 per 100 sq m of storage and distribution floor space.
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REPRESENTATIONS 5.1 Peel Town Commissioners (29/2/24) comments: "The Commissioners believe the planning application will cause vehicle movement and parking problems on the surrounding streets particularly Stanley Mount and Circular Road. The Commissioners believe the access including visibility and the space for manoeuvring on the site is substandard and represent a road safety risk."
5.2 Highway Services (4/1/24) Comments: "The proposal would see the erection of two light industrial units on an existing site with mixed garage and vehicular use. The existing site entrance onto Stanley Mount will be used and car parking internally within the site will be formalised.
The existing site entrance onto Stanley Mount will be utilised for access/egress for the proposal, resulting in intensification of use. Stanley Mount is a narrow local access road. At the location of the access there is a sharp bend that provides no forward visibility for either direction. As a result, vehicle speeds would be low and in this instance a 2m setback would have been acceptable. The applicant's statement notes that frequent on-street parking is present along Stanley Mount. This is supported by historic street imagery from google and more recent internal department footage of the street. As a result, vehicle speeds will be further reduced due to weaving and crossing over carriageway required. Visibility splays of 19m to the left on exit and 14m to the right on exit have been provided from a 2.4m setback. The splay to the right is not drawn to the nearside edge of carriageway, however due to the narrow width of the lane and the favoured side for on-street parking, the drawn splay is accepted. The distance achieved to the left is suitable for speeds up to 15mph and to the right up to between 10-15mph. Due to the reduced speeds caused by the road alignment and on-street obstacles mentioned above, the visibility splays presented are acceptable to Highways, including the intensification of use the development will create.
The access is not aligned perpendicular to the highway, with an acute angle favouring access/egress in a north/eastbound direction. This could cause some access/egress issues for vehicles approaching from or exiting to the southern/western side. In order to make this manoeuvre easier, the proposal will also include widening of the existing access. This is welcomed by Highways to improve access. Due to the size of the units proposed, it is unlikely that long-wheel-based or heavy goods vehicles will be accessing the site. The alteration to the access and the highway, in the form of widening the access and dropped kerbs, will require a Section 109(A) Highway Agreement to be made post planning consent. Internally, the only development comes in the form of the erection of the two industrial units in the north-west corner of the plot.
Internally, each unit measures approximately 9.4m by 8m. The floor plans show gaps in the walls indicating access spaces. One unit has a single access of width approx. 3.2m, with the other unit showing a double access of approx. 6.9m width. Both accesses meet the Manual for Manx Roads requirement for vehicular access/garage width, in addition a separate pedestrian access is provided. The floor plans and the block site plan on the drawing 'Plan as Proposed' do not match. The floor plans indicate a double access on one unit, whereas the block plan shows both units to have a single access only. Whether the access on the unit in question is single or double does not bare significance to Highways, as the access is away from the highway and does not impact on internal movement or parking, but clarification may be sought by Planning or Building Control.
Light industrial units require one parking space per 30sqm of net floor space according to the Strategic Plan parking standards. With the units measuring approx. 75-80sqm (allowing for measurement inaccuracy), parking require would be three spaces per unit. The block plan has provided indicative locations of this parking requirement with three spaces aligned horizontally along the western boundary, and another three aligned vertically along the eastern boundary. Spaces aligned vertically in this location could cause access and egress difficulties, however, if
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assigned to one unit management of the spaces can be easily achieved. There is further space adjacent to the existing garage along the southern edge of the site to provide parking for the existing garage and use.
The proposal raises no significant road safety or highway network efficiency issues. Accordingly, Highway Services Development Control raises no objection to the proposal subject to all access arrangements to accord to Drawing titled 'PLAN AS PROPOSED'. The Applicant is advised that a S109(A) Highway Agreement is needed after the grant of planning consent.
Recommendation: DNOC Code definition DNOC - Do not oppose subject to condition"
5.3 Manx utilities Authority (MUA) (15/2/24) Comments: "Planning Department - we are satisfied with the percolation test."
5.4 THIRD PARTY REPRESENTATIONS Representations have been received in the form of seven letters from the occupants of dwellings in the locality namely Beach Street, Bridge Street, Shore Road, Stanley Mount and Stanley Road, Peel. Concerns raised are summarised as follows;
o Light industry could mean anything from a cheese factory to a crematorium; o The elevation plan is meaningless as the elevations are not shown in context with surrounding properties; o Access: this is an awkward siting on a tight right angled bend and closely opposite to a house and with a lot of parked cars - as it is, residents cars are often damaged by passing traffic; o Traffic: this proposal will increase traffic in an already congested area with narrow streets and limited residents parking. Larger Vehicles e.g. vans SUVs sometimes have to mount the pavement to drive along Stanley Mount particularly affecting the property opposite the site access as they can be only 18" or less away from the house windows. Extra workers or company vehicles will only exacerbate this already difficult situation; o The access to the site along Stanley Mount from Bridge Street requires driving on the pavement to ensure no damage to parked cars. There are always cars parked along there. o Parking provision for 7 vehicles is shown - would these be for cars, vans, lorries? There is an acute parking problem in the Peel area and this proposal would make the situation worse; o As the proposed units will be over 6 metres it would considerably affect the outlook and light to houses particularly in Bridge Street; o My parents live at the bottom of Bridge Street. Their property, as well as their neighbours properties, back directly onto this site. Their yards are lower than the level of the proposed building site. The drawings suggest that the new industrial units will be in the region of 6.5 meters at the peak of the ridge. This will have an incredibly negative impact on those properties in terms of losing direct and natural sunlight; o Part of the planned structure overhangs our garden and would result in a loss of privacy; o What is acceptable in terms of height approximation 5%, 10%, 50% variation? o This appears to be a little Lego building with skylights of natural timber cladding and a metal roof which is featureless and not in keeping with the Conservation Area and Peels architectural integrity; o No dimensions are given between the walls of the new building and adjacent properties. These gullies will become traps for industrial and domestic rubbish and be occupied by vermin; o No indication of acoustic absorption material required to minimise sound outbreak from the buildings; o No extractor fan outlets are shown; o No knowledge of who tenants would be and whether their activities are appropriate in a residential area;
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o Small industrial areas have already been developed eg Mill Road and the Ramsey Road to meet this sort of requirement and as there are generally vacant units on those sites so this would appear to be a superfluous proposal and not needs led; o Where will surface water go if the soakaway clogs especially during periods of torrential rain; o The existing Stanley Mount drains cannot cope during increasingly regular periods of torrential rain, this could lead to a hidden accumulation of water in the soil beneath neighbouring properties which could prove catastrophic; o Drainage: the proposal states that foul drainage would be accessed via existing drains. What would be going into these bearing in mind the serious pollution issues there are already in Peel Bay, the site is very close to the beach and tourist areas and could therefore increase this problem; o Unacceptable noise levels from construction workers, and subsequently cars, vans and lorries; o There should be reduction in property taxes if this Light Industrial proposal goes ahead; o Light pollution - at present there is no lighting in the area , so there is no intrusion from unwanted light at night; o There would be issues of access and security - would the site be secured at night? o Any landscaping would be of limited use; o The land is derelict at present - any landscaping that is visually attractive and in keeping with the Conservation Area would be welcomed; o Very concerned about fire brigade access re nature of units and close proximity of residential properties.
6.0 ASSESSMENT
6.1 In assessing this application, the main issues to be considered are whether the previously approved proposal for the same scheme (see PA Ref: 07/02225/B - for the erection of two light industrial units, creation of additional car parking, turning area, widening of entrance and landscaping - Permitted 3/3/2008), remains acceptable and/or whether there has been any material changes in circumstances - such as to the site and surroundings; or, to adopted planning policy that would dictate otherwise.
6.2 The site is within a Mixed Use area, although surrounding land uses are predominantly residential. As such, the use of the site for light industry is considered to be acceptable in principle. The issues to be considered therefore are access, parking arrangements, the manoeuvring area and impact on residential amenity as a result of the former issues. In order to make an accurate assessment of these issues, each will be considered in turn.
Access 6.3 The application proposes to widen the existing access to 6.5 metres which is the same width as previously proposed. 7 No. parking spaces are shown as being provided, this is the same number as per the previously approved PA Ref: 07/02225/B scheme. Since the previous approval was granted, the Manual for Manx Roads 2021, has been adopted by the Department of Transport Highways Division. Bearing in mind this update, DoI Highways has advised in its comments that it does not oppose this application.
Parking arrangements 6.4 The previously refused scheme (See PA Ref: 06/01658/B) proposed a total of 12 parking spaces, two of which were to be "tandem spaces", essentially blocking in two vehicles when all spaces were being used. Now, and as previously approved, proposed is a total of 7 spaces which would have the effect of allowing more space for both access and manoeuvring in and around the site. The Parking Standards as set out within the adopted Isle of Man Strategic Plan require sites used for light industrial use to have a parking provision of 1 space per 30 sq. m of floor space. This would result in a parking requirement of 5-6 spaces and as such the proposed provision of 7 spaces is acceptable. All 7 spaces would be accessible with
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none being blocked in. As such, the proposed parking arrangements are considered be an improvement over the previous scheme and are acceptable.
6.5 Whilst no specific cycle parking facilities are proposed, cycles could be parked against the retaining wall of the access ramp, or within the units, if required.
Manoeuvring 6.6 Clearly there is quite a history to this site resulting in the previously approved PA Ref: 07/02225/B scheme. The reduction in parking spaces within the site in comparison to the previously refused PA Ref: 06/01658/B scheme should improve the ability for vehicles to manoeuvre in and around the site. There was also a reduction in size of one of the proposed light industrial units which again left more manoeuvring space. The application shows the 2 industrial units as being the same as previously approved. Whilst it does not provide tracking drawings to indicate how larger vehicles may turn within the site, the submitted site layout plan shows the provision of a hard standing area with a maximum width of approx. 12 metres compared to approximately 6.5 metres as proposed by the previously refused scheme.
Impact upon residential amenity 6.7 The current proposal would result in improved access to, and manoeuvring and parking arrangements, on the site. As a result of this the associated impact of the proposal upon the residential amenity of neighbouring properties would be reduced compared with the previously refused scheme. What is currently proposed has previously been accepted (See PA Ref: 07/02225/B) The comments received from neighbours raising concerns regarding the proposed development are noted. It is considered that the properties which border the site, particularly 1 to 9 Stanley Mount are adequately protected from the application site by existing boundary walls and that the proposed development would not result in increased activity above and beyond what is current site activity so as to warrant refusal. Of greater concern is the issue of increased congestion that could result from the development which in turn could impact negatively upon residential amenity. This issue formed part of the reason for refusal of the previous PA Ref: 06/01658/B scheme. However, it is considered that the revisions which are comprised within this scheme as now proposed would collectively result in significantly less impact to residential amenity as the site arrangement would allow better access, manoeuvring and parking. The proposal would also swerve to enhance the character and appearance of the Conservation Area by improving the derelict condition of the site and through the provision of landscaping. As such, it is considered that these proposals would be beneficial to neighbouring residents.
Conclusion 6.8 On balance, and bearing in mind the changes since the originally refused PA Ref: 06/01658/B scheme was considered; the approval of PA Ref: 07/02225/B for the same scheme as that currently proposed; the adoption of the Manual for Manx Roads in June, 2021; and, the coming into force of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan in 2016; it is considered that the proposal would not result in any adverse impacts to the surrounding area so as to warrant refusal. The visual improvements to the site would enhance the Conservation Area. Overall, it is concluded that the planning application is in accordance with Policies SP3, SP4, SP7, GEN2, ENV7, ENV10, ENV22 iii), ENV35, T4 and T7 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 and is recommended for approval.
RECOMMENDATION 7.1 Overall, it is concluded that the planning application is in accordance with aforementioned General Policies and Policies SP3, SP4, SP7, GEN2, ENV7, ENV10, ENV22 iii), ENV35, T4 and T7 of the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016 and is recommended for approval.
8.0 INTERESTED PERSON STATUS 8.1 By virtue of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019, the following persons are automatically interested persons:
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(a) the applicant (including an agent acting on their behalf); (b) any Government Department that has made written representations that the Department considers material; (c) the Highways Division of the Department of Infrastructure; (d) Manx National Heritage where it has made written representations that the Department considers material; (e) Manx Utilities where it has made written representations that the Department considers material; (f) the local authority in whose district the land the subject of the application is situated; and (g) a local authority adjoining the authority referred to in paragraph (f) where that adjoining authority has made written representations that the Department considers material.
8.2 The decision maker must determine: o whether any other comments from Government Departments (other than the Department of Infrastructure Highway Services Division) are material; and o whether there are other persons to those listed above who should be given Interested Person Status.
8.3 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 Interested Person Status. __
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 in making this decision the Committee has agreed the recommendation in relation to who should be afforded Interested Person Status.
Decision Made : Permitted
Committee Meeting Date: 10.06.24
Signed : Hamish Laird Presenting Officer
Further to the decision of the Committee an additional report/condition reason was required (included as supplemental paragraph to the officer report).
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