28 January 2004 · Delegated - A. Winn (Planning Officer)
Milntown Lodge, Glen Auldyn, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM7 2af
The proposal was for a new bungalow (dwelling) and detached stables on a small site in a predominantly residential area of Glen Auldyn, following prior approval in principle (01/2175). Initial concerns from consultees about stables too close to the adjacent river (less than 8-10m, risking pollution/sedimentation) and i…
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The principle of a dwelling was accepted due to the site's location in a predominantly residential area per the 1982 Development Plan and extant approval in principle (01/2175).
Time limit
SC1 (4 years)
Approved plans
This approval relates to drawing no. 840/01/100 date stamped 14th October 2003 and 840/01/101 rev A date stamped 1st December 2003.
Visibility splays
Prior to the commencement of the construction of the dwelling the visibility splays must be constructed in accordance with those shown on the site plan on drawing no. 840/01/101 rev A date stamped 1st December 2003.
Foul sewer connection
The development must be connected to the public foul sewer.
No surface water to foul sewer
There must be no discharge of surface water to the main foul sewer.
Materials approval
Prior to the commencement of the construction of the dwelling a sample of roof tile to be used must be submitted to and agreed by the Planning Authority.
No objection subject to connection to public foul sewer, no surface water to foul sewer
elects not to oppose
no objection, recommends mains wired smoke detection
no objection, note re water supply connection
Multiple statutory consultees responded to application 03/01494/B with DOT Highways objecting due to inadequate sight lines, while others raised no objection subject to conditions on water, drainage, and environmental protections near the river, and DAFF emphasized pollution prevention.
Key concern: inadequate sight lines for road safety
loMWA Water Authority
Conditional No ObjectionThe Authority wish to express their interest in the following planning applications, and request that a condition of planning be that the applicant must contact the Authority to ensure that a connection is obtained for water supply purposes
Conditions requested: condition of planning be that the applicant must contact the Authority to ensure that a connection is obtained for water supply purposes, or an amendment to the existing supply under the terms of the Water Supply Byelaws
DAFF Wildlife & Conservation
Conditional No ObjectionThe proposed development site is adjacent to the Auldyn river which has been identified as a wildlife corridor. Therefore the proposed stable block should be sited a minimum of 8 meters from the waters edge.
Conditions requested: proposed stable block should be sited a minimum of 8 meters from the waters edge; The proposed development must not cause any pollution or sedimentation to the river both during construction and thereafter; DAFF strongly recommends that the river is fenced at the top of the bank and a strip of natural vegetation is allowed to regenerate
DOT Drainage Division
Conditional No ObjectionNO OBJECTION In principle subject to:; The applicant is required to contact the Drainage Division prior to work commencing on site to discuss this proposed connection.
Conditions requested: The proposed development must be connected to the public foul sewer in a manner acceptable to the Department of Transport Drainage Division and on terms and conditions, which must be agreed with the Division PRIOR to the commencement of any building works; All drainage works must conform to the requirements of the Department of Transport's "Manx Sewers for Adoption"; There must be NO discharge of surface water (directly or indirectly) from this proposed development to any foul drainage system
Freshwater Fisheries
Conditional No ObjectionThe Glen Auldyn river and tributaries are considered prime spawning and nursery habitat for salmon, trout and sea trout
Conditions requested: proposed development must not cause any pollution, sedimentation or siltation to the nearby watercourse both during construction and afterwards; Both the house and stables must be located a minimum of 8 metres from the watercourse; soakaways must not be situated within 10 metres of any ditch or watercourse; satisfactory measures must be in place to ensure there is no risk of run-off from the stables entering the river
DOT Highways
ObjectionObjection: The application fails to demonstrate that sight lines corresponding to the speed of vehicles using the highway can be provided within the limitations of the site, contrary to the interests of road safety.
DAFF Wildlife & Conservation
I am still collating information with regard to the following planning applications, and will submit responses by 13/11/03.
