Energy Impact Statement

Proposal: 2 units for general industrial use - sub-divided into 8 compartments, parking \& hard standing areas and associated access (amendment to previously approved application 16/00032/B)

Address: Former Abattoir Site, Ballafletcher Farm Road, Braddan

Applicant: Progress Shaving Brush (Vulfix) Ltd

Energy Impact Statement

Introduction

This statement relates to the construction of 2 units for general industrial use - subdivided into 8 compartments, parking \& hard standing areas and associated access on the site of the former abattoir, Ballafletcher Farm Road, Braddan.

It is intended to indicate the measures that have been taken in the design and layout of the development to reduce the level of energy consumption and increase energy efficiency.

This Assessment should be read in conjunction with the Design and Access Statement which also accompanies the application.

Consideration of energy impact

The assessment of the energy impact of the development is made under the main headings shown below:

Use of Land:

• The density of the proposed development will make efficient use of the land available.

• The design and layout of the proposed development has utilised the existing boundary's topography, levels and site features around the site.
• The proposals are for the redevelopment of a brownfield site - being the site of the former abattoir which has now been demolished. The site has existing service connections for mains drainage and utilities.
• The proposed levels of the new development have been carefully considered at design stage, and the proposed development has been designed around the existing levels and topography of the existing site. Some localised cut and fill will be required with the use of retaining walls; therefore reducing the required no. of lorry loads to remove the unwanted soil.
• The concrete super structure, sub structure, roads and car parking of the former abattoir have been removed from the site, with the exception of a concrete strip outside the boundary of the site to the East which is a public right of way.

Site layout and accessibility:

• Having regard to the physical characteristics of the site and the concept for the development, the design and orientation of the units will make optimum use of the site.
• The development is accessible by foot and will be fully integrated with the surrounding area to encourage movement on foot.
• The site has a designated bicycle area for staff or visiting cyclists to securely lock their bicycles.

The last two items will help to reduce reliance on and use of the car and could reduce the number of vehicle journeys locally. Please refer to the accompanying Transport Assessment for more detailed analysis.

Energy:

• Off-site pre-fabrication construction methods will be employed. This will offer the potential to reduce waste and the number of delivery vehicles required.

• Insulation standards will meet those required by building regulations. These will include thermally insulated roof and wall panels with insulation incorporated within the floor slab construction, thermally efficient personnel doors and glazing units.
• Reduction of heat loss through the use of appropriate construction details.

The type of heating systems to be installed and the mechanisms to reduce energy use will be a matter for future consideration. The choice will be influenced by the need to reduce energy consumption.

Materials:

• Energy efficient materials with reduced environmental impact will be considered at the appropriate stage.
• As far as practical on the Isle of Man, local suppliers of materials will be used.

Construction management:

• The transport of spoil away from the site will be kept to a minimum.
• As far as possible, local labour will be employed at construction stage.

Conclusions

As illustrated above, significant components related to the design and layout of the development have been considered, focusing on the need to reduce the consumption of energy and maximise energy efficiency.

The development will reduce energy demands of the buildings to a minimum, meet such demand by using the most efficient means of construction and promote walking and cycling as an alternative to the car.