21 June 2004 · Planning Committee
Buchan School, Westhill, Arbory Road, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1rd
The proposal sought approval in principle for erecting three detached dwellings with garages on a site designated as Area J in the Castletown Local Plan, located between Buchan School and The Crofts in Castletown, adjacent to the Conservation Area.
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The Planning Committee refused the application because the land was not currently zoned for residential development, making the proposal contrary to established Departmental policies.
Policy C/RES/P/16 (Castletown Local Plan - Area J)
Policy allows maximum of three new units on Area J, with access from existing point onto The Crofts, retention of mature trees, high design standard respecting Conservation Area, bat consultation, and no building within 2m of active sewer. Officer assessed proposal as compliant and suitable without detriment to amenity or character, recommending approval subject to pre-submission discussions. Committee refused, determining land not currently zoned for residential development, contrary to Departmental policies, with woodland amenity loss.
No adverse traffic impacts, subject to conditions on access width and sight lines
No objections in principle, but note 12" foul drainage main crosses site requiring pumping to The Crofts sewer
Interest expressed; require contact for water connection under Byelaws
