Appeal Refusal Decision Notice

Please reply to the Chief Executive

Our ref: RAH/MC 8th March 2005. Dear Sir/Madam,

ON APPEAL: PA04/923 – P. and M. Purcell - Demolition and rebuilding of rear outlet together with renovations and alterations of existing building to form four self-contained apartments with adjacent parking, Parnassus, 3 King Edward Road, Onchan

I refer to the recent appeal hearing in respect of the above planning application.

In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 7(5) of Schedule 1 to the Isle of Man Planning Scheme (Development Plan) Order 1982, I am enclosing herewith a copy of the report of the person appointed to hear this appeal.

I am directed to advise you that the Minister, having considered the report, has agreed to accept the recommendation of the appointed person. Accordingly, he has directed that the appeal be allowed and the application refused. Formal notice of refusal is attached to this letter.

Chief Executive. Please see over for circulation list/...

Circulation List – PA04/923

1. McGarrigle & Jackson, 19 Mount Havelock, Douglas, IM1 2QG;
2. B. P. and B. M. Frost, Lambfell Chapel, Creg Willey's Hill, St. John's, IM4 3NR;
3. Onchan District Commissioners;
4. Highways & Traffic Division, Department of Transport;
5. Mr. and Mrs. R. Casement, 7 King Edward Road, Onchan, IM3 2JA;
6. IOM Fire & Rescue Service, Elm Tree House, Elm Tree Road, Onchan, IM3 4EF;
7. IOM Water Authority, Tromode Road, Douglas;
8. Mr. W. Hampson, 4 King Edward Road, Onchan;
9. Mr. J. W. Howie, Environmental Health Officer, DLGE;
10. Secretary, Planning Committee;
11. Chairman and Members of the Planning Committee;
12. Mr. T. O'Hanlon, Treasury;
13. The Editor, Isle of Man Newspapers, Peel Road, Douglas;
14. Manx Radio Newsroom, Douglas Head, Douglas;
15. Ms. J. Green, Apt 5, Greenhill, Stanley Mount West, Ramsey, IM8 1LR;
16. Radio 3FM, 45 Victoria Street, Douglas, IM1 3RS;
17. Energy FM, 100 Market Street, Douglas, IM1 1PH.

Town And Country Planning Acts 1934-1981

Isle Of Man Planning Scheme (Development Plan) Order 1982

TO: McGarrigle & Jackson, 19 Mount Havelock, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2QG

[Copies as per Circulation List]

In pursuance of his powers under the above Acts and Order the MINISTER for Local Government and the Environment, following report by the appointed person, does hereby REFUSE the application by P. and M. Purcell - Demolition and rebuilding of rear outlet together with renovations and alterations of existing building to form four self-contained apartments with adjacent parking, Parnassus, 3 King Edward Road, Onchan, for the following reasons:-

The proposed development of the site to create four apartments would result in an overdevelopment of the property causing significant harm to the living environment of adjoining residents and with inadequate parking and access arrangements.

Date of Issue: 8th March 2005.

Murray House, Mount Havelock, Douglas, Isle of Man.

By Order of the Minister

Chief Executive

Note 1: A copy of the report of the appointed person is appended hereto.