**Document:** Douglas City Council Supporting Statement
**Application:** 25/90262/B — Conversion of tennis courts to six padel tennis courts and erection of supporting facilities
**Decision:** Permitted
**Decision Date:** 2025-04-29
**Parish:** Braddan
**Document Type:** report / planning_statement
**Source:** https://planningportal.im/a/33970-braddan-tennis-courts-nobles-park-conversion/documents/1084357

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# Douglas City Council Supporting Statement

## Douglas City Council

Nobles Park

To whom it concerns

The existing 3 tennis courts located in Nobles Park are currently underutilised with low levels of public engagement and frequent periods of inactivity. Observations indicate that the courts remain vacant most of the time.

Parks Services have only operated 1 tennis court (with nets) over the last 3 years during the summer months. To maximise the use of these courts, it would be beneficial to explore new initiatives such as community padel tennis, improving signage and better court usage.

Increasing usage would enhance the park's recreational value and encourage active lifestyles within the community.

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*Data sourced from the Isle of Man public planning register under the [Isle of Man Open Government Licence](https://www.gov.im/about-this-site/open-government-licence/).*
*Canonical page: https://planningportal.im/a/33970-braddan-tennis-courts-nobles-park-conversion/documents/1084357*