9 December 2020 · Delegated
Dreem-Ny-Geay, Grove Mount, Ramsey, Isle Of Man, IM8 3he
Permission was granted for the installation of a domestic gas tank in the west corner of the site at Dreem-Ny-Geay Grove, Mount Ramsey, Isle of Man. The application was decided by delegated authority. The officer's report noted that the site is located across the road from a footpath leading to Public Open Space and overlooks Mooragh Park and lake. The surrounding area features a mix of dwelling styles ranging from traditional to modern. The key planning consideration was whether the installation would cause harm to public or private amenities. The officer found no such adverse impacts and recommended approval, which was granted.
The application was permitted by delegated decision on 9 December 2020. The officer concluded that the installation would have no adverse impacts on public or private amenities, making it acceptable in planning terms.
General Policy 2
Development which is in accordance with the land-use zoning and proposals in the appropriate Area Plan and with other policies of this Strategic Plan will normally be permitted
General Policy 2: Development which is in accordance with the land-use zoning and proposals in the appropriate Area Plan and with other policies of this Strategic Plan will normally be permitted, provided that the development: (a) is in accordance with the design brief in the Area Plan where there is such a brief; (b) respects the site and surroundings in terms of the siting, layout, scale, form, design and landscaping of buildings and the spaces around them; (c) does not affect adversely the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape; (d) does not adversely affect the protected wildlife or locally important habitats on the site or adjacent land, including water courses; (e) does not affect adversely public views of the sea; (f) incorporates where possible existing topography and landscape features, particularly trees and sod banks; (g) does not affect adversely the amenity of local residents or the character of the locality; (h) provides satisfactory amenity standards in itself, including where appropriate safe and convenient access for all highway users, together with adequate parking, servicing and manoeuvring space; (i) does not have an unacceptable effect on road safety or traffic flows on the local highways; (j) can be provided with all necessary services; (k) does not prejudice the use or development of adjoining land in accordance with the appropriate Area Plan; (l) is not on contaminated land or subject to unreasonable risk of erosion or flooding; (m) takes account of community and personal safety and security in the design of buildings and the spaces around them; and (n) is designed having due regard to best practice in reducing energy consumption. 6.3 Development outside of areas zoned for development
