27 April 2007 · Planning Committee
Land At Cronk Y Cliwe Adj To, Ballagarraghyn, Coast Road, Jurby, Isle Of Man, IM7 3et
The proposal sought permission for the Isle of Man Schoolboy Motocross Club to hold six additional organised motocross events (three summer weekends, Sat/Sun) on scrubland at Cronk Y Cliwe adjacent to Ballagarraghyn, Coast Road, Jurby, increasing total annual events from an established 4-7 to 13.
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Officer assessed if increase from 7 to 13 events would cause significant adverse impacts on residents or area warranting refusal.
Time limit
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Approved plans
This approval relates to the submitted documents and drawing 01718/1 all received on 6th October 2006.
Total events limit
This permission relates to the holding of a total of 13 days (events) for motorbike activity in any 12 month period.
Temporary permission
The approval hereby granted for the additional six motocross events, is limited to a period of 12 months from the date of this notice, after which time if approval has not been granted for a further period, the use for the six additional motocross events must be discontinued.
Event notification
Prior to the holding of the first motocross event the applicant must provide details of the dates and times of events to the Planning Authority in order that the Department's Environmental Protection Officer may arrange to monitor the site during these periods.
Operating hours
The motocross events (including practice) may only take place between 1700hrs and 2030hrs on Saturdays and between 1100hrs and 1500hrs on Sundays. For clarification, no approval is granted for the holding of any events on any weekday including a Bank or Public holiday.
Traffic management
Prior to holding the first motocross event, the applicant must submit to the Planning Authority for consideration and approval, a traffic management and access method statement. Such a statement to be prepared following consultation with the Department of Transport Highways Division.
Ecology survey
Prior to holding the first motor cross event, the applicant must undertake a survey of the site to determine whether Marsh Orchids which are protected under the Wildlife Act 1990 and/or Schedule 1 Birds are nesting on the site. If found, the Applicant is required to consult the Conservation Office at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry to seek advice hereon. Such a survey must be submitted for consideration and approval by the Planning Authority.
Event definition
For the avoidance of doubt, an 'event' is defined as one day.
Disability access
The applicant is advised to consult Disability Access Office with regard to the needs of disabled users within the site.
No objection
No objection subject to traffic management and access method statement
No objection if conditions prevent dune/foreshore access
Used since 1978/79, credit to Isle, productive youth activity
Jurby part of motorsport for years
Supports proposal
Recreational benefits for children, reduces unauthorised use, promotes fitness
Established venue, ideal location, not detrimental in remote area, youth benefits
Club since 1978 for ages 6+, professional operation, environmental care
Responsible organisation per ACU, conditions protect residents
Important social/youth facilities
