24 May 2012 · Delegated
Ballafletcher Sports Pitches, Braddan Road, Strang, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM4 4qj
Permission was granted for the erection of floodlighting at Vagabonds RUFC Playing Fields on Ballafletcher Road, Douglas. The site is used as a rugby pitch and sits to the southeast of Nobles Hospital and northwest of Ballafletcher Industrial Estate, forming part of a broader redevelopment of the area that also includes a new clubhouse, four playing fields, and a car park. The officer's report identified two main planning considerations: the visual impact of the floodlighting on the amenities of the surrounding area, and the potential effect on nearby residential properties. Both were assessed and the application was recommended for approval. The decision was made by a Senior Planning Officer under delegated authority and was permitted on 24 May 2012, subject to three conditions.
The application was permitted by a Senior Planning Officer under delegated authority. The key planning considerations were the visual impact of the floodlighting on the surrounding area and the potential effect on nearby residents, both of which were found to be acceptable.
Condition 1
The development hereby permitted shall commence before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
Condition 2
This approval relates to erection of floodlighting as proposed in the submitted documents and drawings 1,2 and 3 all received on 14th February 2012.
Condition 3
The approved floodlights may not be illuminated prior to 0800hs or after 2100hrs on any day.
Construction of pavilion building (comprising amendments to PA 07/02146B)
Erection of a maintenance shed
Construction of a pavilion building to accommodate changing rooms and club room
The laying out of sports pitches and associated car parking
