6 August 2007 · Planning Committee Secretary (E Callow)
Air Quality Monitor Station, Richmond Hill Transmitter Building, Richmond Hill, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3ap
The proposal involved replacing an existing 10m monopole with a new 50m slimline tapering lattice tower to support antennas for BBC DAB radio, Cable & Wireless, Cloud9 Mobile Communications, and relocating Manx Telecom equipment, plus ground-level cabins and cabinets within the existing compound.
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No officer reasoning provided as the application was withdrawn before determination. Applicant withdrew due to BBC potentially using the alternative Carnane site, as confirmed in their 3 August 2007 l…
Environment Policy 2
Prohibits development adversely affecting landscape character in designated areas. Applicant argued site pre-dates designations and is established transmitting station; officer/planning concerns noted landscape value.
Environment Policy 3
Permits development only if essential and no harm to landscape. Proposal tested against need for telecom infrastructure in sensitive landscape.
Infrastructure Policy 4 (Draft Strategic Plan)
Balances telecom needs against environmental impact; presumes against intrusive masts in sensitive landscapes, encourages sharing and removal of redundant infrastructure; exceptions for strategic need unmet by alternatives.
Do not oppose
Fully support Arqiva application as best single-site solution for DAB services; Carnane provides inferior coverage and higher costs
