4 April 2012 · Delegated
Christ Church, Church Hill, Laxey, Isle Of Man, IM4 7ax
This application sought permission to erect a notice board within the curtilage of Christ Church on Church Hill, Laxey, and on adjoining land. Christ Church is a Registered Building dating from the 19th century, situated in a woodland setting between the Laxey railway track and the church itself. The application was handled under delegated authority, with the case officer recommending approval. Permission was granted on 4 April 2012.
The application was permitted on 4 April 2012 under delegated authority. The officer recommended approval, and no conflicts with that recommendation are recorded in the available evidence.
Railways and Tramways
Conservation Area Policy 4 of Laxey and Lonan Area Plan Order 2005
Where an area is designated as a Conservation Area, special attention must be paid during the consideration of all planning applications within the area, to the desirability of preserving or enhancing its character or appearance
General Policy 6
the proposal complies with the provisions of General Policy 6
General Policy 6: Within our towns and villages, the display of external advertisements will be permitted on the site or building to which they relate provided they: (a) are of a high standard of design and materials and relate well to the building and site on which they are to be displayed; (b) are in keeping with and do not detract from the surrounding area; and (c) are located so as not to cause a highway safety hazard.
Environment Policy 35
Environment Policy 35: Within Conservation Areas, the Department will permit only development which would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Area, and will ensure that the special features contributing to the character and quality are protected against inappropriate development. 7.30 Development adjacent to Conservation Areas 7.30.1 It is often the case that important views into and out of a Conservation Area can contribute significantly to its character. It is necessary to assess the impact any development adjacent to conservation areas may have on such views.
