3 May 2012 · Committee
Whilo, 70, Bucks Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 3af
This retrospective application sought permission for the continued display of an externally illuminated fascia sign and illuminated display panels at a retail unit at 70/72 Bucks Road, Douglas. The fascia sign measured 11.7 metres in length and 800mm in height, and the display panels were positioned just behind the glazed shop front. The application was refused by the Committee in May 2012. Two reasons were given: the proposal as a whole was considered not in keeping with and detrimental to the surrounding area, and the fascia sign specifically was found not to relate well to the building and site on which it was displayed. The case officer had also recommended refusal, so the Committee's decision aligned with that recommendation.
The application was refused because the illuminated fascia sign and display panels were judged not to be in keeping with the surrounding area, and the fascia sign in particular did not relate well to the building on which it was displayed. Both refusal reasons were based on the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2007.
Refusal Reasons
General Policy 6
the continued and proposed display of advertisements on the shop front would be contrary to General Policy 2 and 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.
Shop front amendments and revised rear section
granted on 15th May 2009
Installation of replacement shop fronts
refused on 24th December 2008
Alterations, erection of extension and conversion of existing living accommodation into an apartment
Granted on 26th May 2008
