Planning Officer · 2005-2022
Paul Thornley served as a planning officer who handled 54 planning applications over a 18-year career (2005–2022). Their most active parishes were Douglas (12), Maughold (5), Onchan (5). Of 17 decided applications, 17 (100%) were approved and 0 (0%) refused. A further 32 were withdrawn before decision. They specialised primarily in extension, alteration, other applications. Their busiest year was 2020 with 12 decisions.
52
Decisions
17
Approved
0
Refused
100%
Approval Rate
Replacement of existing PVC windows with new uPVC casement windows at 40 York Road, Douglas. Approved by delegated Principal Planner.
Minor Changes application to PA 16/00730/B involving alterations to position of dormer
Partial demolition of derelict hotel/guesthouse, re-construction of building (retaining front façade wall) to provide containing basement commercial and 9 residential apartments (in association with 19/00817/CON)
Alterations, conversion of existing boathouse into a two storey crew facility, demolition of existing slipway and construction of a pontoon berth
Creation of 6 glamping huts/units and associated facilities
Application for erection of an entrance gateway and alterations to courtyard for outside seating area and access ramps at Kizuna (formerly Harbour Mews), Castletown. Application Withdrawn.
Minor changes application (20/00521/MCH) to relocate a concrete structure and IRBC units at Ballaugh Sewage Treatment Works, as a variation to approved PA 19/00427/B, was withdrawn prior to determination.
Certificate of Lawful Development application for a replacement conservatory at Bollindene, Tennis Road, Douglas. Approved.
Additional use of existing fish processing plant as retail (class 1.1)
Planning application 20/00673/B for installation of services infrastructure (ductwork) on fields at the corner of Douglas and Victoria Roads, Castletown was submitted but deemed incomplete and returned without validation.
Application for a temporary annual campsite at Close Jairg Beg, Old Church Road for TT and Grand Prix events was withdrawn. The application was initially returned as incomplete, requiring additional plans and details.
Approval in principle for the erection of a sewage treatment plant
Erection of an illuminated sculpture on a concrete plinth
Application to convert an existing dwelling at 4 Main Road, Onchan into two apartments with associated parking. Application Withdrawn.
Creation of a borehole
Installation of replacement windows to front elevation
Installation of replacement windows to ground and second floors (retrospective)
Change of use from retail to a preforming arts studio
Extension of existing car park to create 15 additional spaces
Removal of an existing storage coop, installation of a timber retaining wall, surfacing works, installation of a steel container and reinstatement of an existing turning area
