2 November 2022 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
2, The Lhargan, Port St. Mary, Isle Of Man, IM9 5ar
The proposal seeks approval for an already-installed ground-mounted solar array consisting of 12 panels (each 1.7m x 1.0m) on a metal frame, covering 4.2m x 5.3m, located in the northwest corner of the large rear garden of a mid-terraced two-storey house.
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The officer assessed the principle as acceptable under GP2(n) for reducing non-renewable energy consumption, supported by Energy Policy 4, the Strategic Plan (para 12.2.8), and government strategies l…
General Policy 2
GP2 requires development to respect landscape character, residential amenity, and encourage sustainable energy (parts b,c,g,n). The officer tested the solar array's siting for visual impact and neighbour effects, finding no harm due to its screened rear location, and confirmed principle acceptability for renewable energy reduction of non-renewable consumption.
Environment Policy 35
EP35 concerns preservation of development within conservation (and proposed) areas. Assessed against the proposed Port St Mary Conservation Area; the array's elevated but non-visible position from public views ensured no detriment to area character.
Energy Policy 4
Supports development including alternative sources of energy. The officer noted general support for solar arrays in residential curtilages, reinforced by Strategic Plan para 12.2.8 and government energy strategies.
do not object
Highway Services Division has no highways interest (NHI) in application 22/01231/B, indicating no objection.
Highway Services Division
No ObjectionFrom the Planning List 7 October 2022, there is no Highways HDC interest (NHI) in: ... 22/01231/B
