21 March 2023 · Delegated - Principal Planner (Chris Balmer)
26, Abbots Way, Abbotswood, Ballasalla, Isle Of Man, IM9 3eq
The proposal involves installing one air source heat pump (ASHP) unit, model PUZ-WM112VAA (-BS) 11.2kW, measuring 1050mm L x 1020mm H x 480mm W, on the side elevation of a two-storey detached dwelling, approximately 1.1m from the house and on the boundary behind a 1.8m timber fence, 4.1m from the nearest neighbour wind…
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The officer assessed the principle as acceptable, aligning with sustainable objectives of the Strategic Plan and Climate Change Bill, and noting ASHPs as permitted development when meeting noise condi…
General Policy 2
GP2 requires development to respect amenity, character, and environment. The officer tested visual impact (no public views, minor addition), neighbouring amenity (noise acceptable per reports and PD standards), and principle (sustainable energy), finding full compliance with no harm to properties or area.
Environmental Policy 22
EP22 addresses environmental impacts like noise from apparatus. Assessed against submitted sound reports and WHO/PD noise limits at neighbour windows 4.1m away, confirming no significant nuisance despite potential night-time sensitivity.
Environment Policy 4
EP4 supports renewable energy, weighing benefits against impacts. Principle accepted as replacing fossil fuel boiler, with site-specific noise/visual mitigations tipping balance positively.
Time limit
The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this decision notice. Reason: To comply with Article 26 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Procedure) Order 2019 and to avoid the accumulation of unimplemented planning approvals.
Specific model
The only model of Air Source Heat Pump that shall be installed is the (PUZ-WM112VAA) (-BS) (11.2kW) Ecodan R32 Monobloc Air Source Heat Pump. Reason: To ensure the development is implemented according to the plan submitted and in the interest of protecting amenities of neighbouring property.
Installation per plans
The Air Source Heat Pump must be installed according to the plans and supporting information and must be maintained as such thereafter. Reason: To ensure the development is implemented according to the plan submitted and in the interest of protecting amenities of neighbouring property.
do not object
Highway Services HDC states they have no interest (NHI) in application 23/00142/B, indicating no highway concerns.
Highway Services HDC
No CommentHighway Services HDC has no interest (NHI) in: ... 23/00142/B
