GENERAL MEETING

 

The MINUTES of the GENERAL MEETING held in the Board Room, Town Hall, Derby Road, Peel on Wednesday 7th December 2005 at 7.00 p.m.

 

Present:                        Mr. J E Lightfoot (Chairman)

                                    Mrs. T M Birkett

                                    Mr. T M Crookall

                                    Mr. R M Gimbert

                                    Ms. P Hardman

                                    Mr. D J Lace

                                    Mrs. C A Moughtin

                                    Mrs. P Pugh

                                    Mrs. P S Sweeney

 

In attendance                Mr. P G Leadley (Town Clerk)

                                                                                                                                   

CHAIRMAN’S              05/294                The Chairman welcomed the Press to the first

WELCOME                                              meeting of December and wished to express publicly his thanks to those volunteers that had took part in the Clean Team effort to tidy up the town.  The Chairman also wished to express his thanks to the Isle of Man Bank for the provision of a clock on the IRIS Pump House, Peel Promenade. 

 

                                                                  The Chairman referred to the lantern competition and thanked Mr. Crowe and the three Princesses (Poppy, Carnival and Lifeboat) for judging the lantern competition together with the three winners of the competition whom assisted in the switching on of the Christmas tree and festoon lights.  On a less than positive note he wished to remind the traders that took up the offer of a free Christmas tree to make the effort to erect the trees and put lights on them in Michael Street.

 

MINUTES                      05/295                Minutes of the meeting held on 2nd November 2005 were taken as read and CONFIRMED. 

 

LHERGYDHOO            05/296                The Town Clerk referred back to Minute 05/254

SANDPIT                                                  and indicated that a planning application had been submitted for infilling a natural depression at Lhergydhoo which would be capped with sub-soil and seeded.  It was noted that this application had gone to Appeal.  NOTED

 

TRADITIONAL             05/297                It was confirmed that following a recent

BOAT FESTIVAL                                     meeting with Peel Sailing and Cruising Club the Club, with assistance from the Commissioners, would organise the Traditional Boat Festival for 2006. 

 

PROPOSED                   05/298                Mrs. Sweeney referred back to Minute 05/257

SECURITY FENCE                                  and indicated that to undertake the necessary work it was likely that a mini digger and drill would be required at the radio station site on the hill.  This would have an impact on the continuing restoration of the footpath. 

 

PROPOSED HOTEL     05/299                Reference was made back to Minute 05/265 and

AND APARTMENTS                               it was noted that approval in principle had been

MARINE PARADE                                   given for the proposed new hotel and apartments at Marine Parade, Peel.  It was noted that the twenty one day period in which objectors could seek a review of the decision would have to be served before the tender process could be instigated.  NOTED

 

PROPOSED LIGHT       05/300                Reference was made back to Minute 05/269 and

INDUSTRIAL PARK                                it was noted the Planning Committee had

BALLATERSON                                      refused the Commissioners application seeking approval in principle for a light industrial park on land at Ballaterson.  It appeared that the Department of Transport had problems with the access to the site and the Commissioners expressed their disappointment and concern at this refusal.  The Chairman indicated that efforts would be made to try and resolve the issues of concern. It was confirmed that the Department of Trade and Industry supported the Commissioners in trying to establish a light industrial park on this land. 

 

ISLE OF MAN               05/301                Members noted receipt of a letter from the Chief

CONSTABULARY                                   Constable regarding the ongoing modernisation of the Isle of Man Constabulary.  Under the proposals a redeployment of staff in Peel would secure the services of an Inspector who would have total responsibility for policing of the area.  NOTED

 

WORK                           05/302                The Town Clerk referred to the Trident Skill for

EXPERIENCE                                           Life Scheme organised in conjunction with the Department of Education and noted that the Commissioners would be prepared to take on a student in 2006 for work experience. 

 

ANTI-LITTER                05/303                Members gave consideration to a request from

CAMPAIGN                                             the Town Warden to extend the Anti-Litter Campaign to pupils at the Queen Elizabeth 11 High School.  It was anticipated that the scheme would follow a similar format and that a presentation would be made to the year seven children as part of their assembly.  Consideration was given to a financial contribution towards the competition and it was suggested that a £100 prize fund be earmarked for the competition.

 

                                                                   Arising therefrom Mr. Crookall expressed concern at the amount of time the Town Warden was spending on such campaigns and felt that the Warden would be better served on the street dealing with matters such as dog fouling and litter.  Other Members felt that a concerted effort through the schools was beneficial in the long run. 

 

ROAD TRAFFIC           05/304                Members noted receipt of two draft Orders

ACT 1985                                                 which would rescind two reserved parking spaces on Heathfield Drive and Beach Street. NOTED

 

MOUNTAIN VIEW       05/305                Members gave consideration to a report from the Town Warden regarding some complaints from members of the public about the speed at which cars were travelling along the lane between Mountain View and Peveril Road.  It was noted that this lane was for access to the properties only, however it was used by parents taking children to school.  The Town Warden had suggested the provision of speed bumps to counter excessive speed and it was AGREED that the matter be referred to the next meeting of the Traffic Management Liaison Group scheduled for 2nd February 2006. 

 

 

 

PARKING OUTSIDE    05/306                Members noted a letter from Mr. Hague,

LAUNDERETTE                                       proprietor of the launderette on Peel

PEEL PROMENADE                                Promenade who had complained about the loss of parking spaces due to the changes made to Peel Promenade.  Issue was taken over the number of spaces that he alleged had been lost.  It was suggested that no more than four or five spaces had been removed as opposed to the twenty that Mr. Hague had suggested.  It was indicated that the matter could be discussed at the next meeting of the Traffic Management Liaison Group. 

 

PROMENADE               05/307                The Town Clerk reported upon the street

LIGHTS                                                     lighting and festoon lighting on Peel Promenade.  Following the recent storm the festoon lighting had come adrift and separated from the lighting columns and had been lost.  A significant section of the lighting had to be removed as the weight of the cabling and lights had undermined the street lighting columns.  One column was damaged to such an extent that it had to be removed.  It was noted that the matter of the replacement lights together with the possibility of replacing the festoon lights would be considered under the budget process for 2006/07.

 

PLANNING                   05/308                The following planning applications were

APPLICATIONS FOR COMMENT        considered for comment as follows:-

 

                                                                  PA 05/02088/B Alterations, extension at first floor level and raising of roof level to provide four en-suite bedrooms, erection of conservatory and new window to south east elevation and new canopy and pillars to entrance doors to north-east elevation, South Cliff, Victoria Terrace, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                                  PA 05/02107/B Installation of timber sliding sash window to replace existing to rear elevation Flat 3, 6 Mount Morrison, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                                 

 

                                                                  PA 05/92192/B Installation of uPVC windows to replace existing on rear elevation, Marina House, Marine Parade, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                                  PA 05/092185/B Construction of sun lounge on rear of property 13, Maple Avenue, Ballawattleworth Estate, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                                  PA 05/92273/B Installation of two roof lights in the front elevation and one in the rear elevation of 7 Lake Lane, Peel.  With regard to the application it was felt that there was insufficient information provided as to the type and style of roof light and it was agreed to object to the application. 

 

PLANNING                   05/309                The following decisions had been notified by

DECISIONS NOTIFIED                          the Planning Committee:-

 

                                                                  PA 05/01789/B Conversion of guest house to create five apartments, Marina House, Marine Parade, Peel for Mr. Mark Pearson and Mrs. Andrea Kruger.  APPROVED  In addition the  application for three on-site car parking spaces, bin store and construction of storage area under the car park it was REFUSED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01954/R Retrospective application for the removal of a chimney to the rear elevation at 4 Marine Parade, Peel for Mr. Andrew Harcourt.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/00765/B On Review – Erection of a pair of semi-detached dwellings with car parking and service area, site adjacent to 17 and at eastern end of Circular Road, Peel for Mr. & Mrs. R B M Quayle.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/00193/B On Review – Erection of two storey extension containing integral garage and additional living accommodation to the southern elevation of 29 Oak Road, Ballawattleworth, Peel for Mr. & Mrs. M Jones.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                 

 

                                                                  PA 05/01459/B Conversion of existing basement, ground and 1st floor levels into four flats, Creg Malin Hotel, Marine Parade, Peel for Mr. G McKenzie.  APPROVED   

 

                                                                  PA 05/01884/B Erection of a two storey extension to side elevation to provide integral garage and dining room with bedroom and en-suite above, 16 Birch Drive, Ballawattleworth Estate, Peel for Mr. James Edward Smith.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01831/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to front elevation and casement to rear, 18 Church Street, Peel for Mr. George Eric Costain.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01908/B Alterations and widening of existing vehicle access and driveway, 12 Albany Road, Peel for Mr. Geoffrey and Mrs. Janet Kneen.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01466/B Erection of a two storey extension for English and drama classrooms, erection of a single storey special needs extension, erection of a detached tractor shed and car parking, Queen Elizabeth 11 High School, Douglas Road, Peel.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01841/C Additional use of a residential dwelling for self-catering accommodation, 9 Albany Road, Peel for Mrs. Nicola Janet Kermode.  APPROVED

 

                                                                  PA 05/01856/B Amended ground floor layout and conservatory position of approved PA 04/01430, 35 Market Street, Peel for Street Heritage Limited.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01840/B Installation of uPVC windows to replace existing to front and rear elevation, 2 Peveril Terrace, Peel for Mrs. S Watterson.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01825/B Installation of a new front door and uPVC window to rear elevation to replace existing 28 St. Germans Place, Peel for Mrs. V Walker and Dr. D Redfearn.  APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01791/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to replace existing to front elevation Marina House, Marine Parade, Peel for Mr. Mark Pearse and Mrs. Andrea Kruger. APPROVED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/01744/B Replacement of existing glazing shop front with new powder coated aluminium front, Spar, Atholl Street, Peel for C I Newsagents Limited.  APPROVED

 

                                                                  PA 05/00377/A Approval in Principle for creation of industrial/business park comprising individual units with associated infrastructure and access to Mill Road via former railway line, field adjacent to Total Oil Depot, Close Chairn, Mill Road, Peel for Peel Town Commissioners.  REFUSED.     

 

                                                                  PA 05/01660/B Conversion of childrens nursery and other floors to self contained flats, 4 Marine Parade, Peel for Mr. Andrew Charles Harcourt.  REFUSED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/00665/R On Review – Retrospective application for the erection of four lock-up private storage units, Heathfield Yard, Patrick Street, Peel for Mrs. B Corcoran.  REFUSED.

 

                                                                  PA 05/00282/GB On Review – Retrospective application for amendments to approved conversion apartments Chapel Court, Christian Street, Peel for Street Heritage Limited.  REFUSED.  In respect of this application it was noted that Street Heritage Limited had submitted an Appeal against the Review decision for refusal. 

 

PA 05/01789/PART       05/310                It was noted that Mr. Pearce and Mrs. Kruger had requested a review of the initial decision to refuse the provision of three on-site car parking spaces, bin store and construction of storage area under car park at Marina House, Marine Parade, Peel.  It was AGREED to make no comment on this review application. 

 

 

PA 05/0024                    05/311                Members noted receipt of the decision of the

ON APPEAL                                             Planning Inspector in respect of an Appeal by Heritage Homes Limited for an amendment to the approved development consisting of changed dwelling types at land off Glenfaba Road, Peel.  It was noted that in so far as the Appeal related to the change in dwelling types the Appeal should be allowed and that in so far as it related to the submitted landscaping scheme it should be dismissed. 

 

PA 05/00670/B               05/312                Members noted receipt of the decision of the

ON APPEAL                                             Appeal hearing in respect of Mr. McKenzie’s application to convert the existing basement, ground and 1st floor levels into flats together with extension to form additional flat at the Creg Malin Hotel on Marine Parade, Peel.  The Inspector had agreed to dismiss the Appeal and that the decision of the Planning Committee to refuse the application be confirmed. 

 

PA 05/00389                  05/313                Members noted receipt of the decision of the

ON APPEAL                                             Inspector in respect of the Appeal by Heritage Homes Limited for the erection of a block of four shops with apartments over to replace previously approved health centre at Ballawattleworth Estate, Peel.  The Inspector had recommended that the Planning Committee’s refusal of the application be reversed and that approval be granted subject to certain conditions as set out in the schedule to the report.  NOTED

 

HOUSING (FLATS)      05/314                Members considered a recommendation from

REGULATIONS 1982                              the Environmental Health Officer following an inspection of 6 Marine Parade to register 5 flats at this address.  AGREED

 

PUBLIC HEALTH         05/315                Members noted receipt of a letter from Mrs.

ACT 1990                                                 Williams, to the Environmental Health Department concerning the health risk of a colony of rooks or crows in the trees at Heathfield House, Patrick Street, Peel.  Members noted a response from Mr. Mansell, Environmental Health Officer concerning the issue in which he indicated that under the provisions of the Public Health Act 1990 the local authority was unable to require any land owner to abate a nuisance unless it could be proven beyond reasonable doubt that the animals causing the alleged nuisance were kept.  As this case involved wild birds nesting in trees the issue could not be addressed under the Act.   

 

PEEL MASONIC           05/316                Members were advised that the Peel Masonic

CLUB                                                        Club would this year organise a visit to Peel by Santa Claus.  It was noted that he would attend in a cottage on a towed trailer at the Market Place at 6.00p.m. followed at 7.00 to 7.30p.m. at the junction of Queens Drive and North View on 19th December and at the Highwayman Public House car park the following day at 6.00p.m.  NOTED

 

BRIDGE STREET          05/317                The Town Clerk referred to a letter from Captain Brew together with a plan showing the temporary remedial measures that the Department would take to protect the beach slipway adjacent to Bridge Street.  NOTED

REAYRT AALIN           05/318                The Town Clerk updated Members on the

REPAINTING SCHEME                          repainting painting scheme for Reayrt Aalin.  It was noted that the Technical Officer had attended the estate with the Architect Karen Horncastle when some concerns had been expressed over the cracks to the gable walls.  Within the overall scheme it was anticipated that some remedial works would be undertaken with regard to the cracked gables prior to repainting taking place.  NOTED

 

                                                                  This part of the meeting ended at 9.40p.m.