BOARD MEETING

 

The MINUTES of a BOARD MEETING held in the Board Room, Town Hall, Derby Road, Peel on Thursday 14th December 2006 at 7.00p.m.

 

Present                         Mr. D J Lace (Chairman)

                                    Mrs. T M Birkett  

                                    Mrs. C A Moughtin  

                                    Mr. J E Lightfoot

                                    Mrs. P S Sweeney       

                                   

Apologies                     Mrs. P Pugh

                                    Mrs. P Hardman

                                   

In attendance                Mr. P G Leadley (Town Clerk)

                                   

CHAIRMAN’S           06/323               The Chairman wished to thank Mrs. Pugh, Vice

REMARKS                                           Chairman for taking the November Board Meeting.  He also wished to extend his congratulations to Mr. Crookall on being elected as the new Member of the House of Keys to represent Peel and also extended his thanks to the twenty years of service given by Mrs. Hannan as the former MHK.  The Chairman indicated how successful the lantern festival and Christmas lights switch on ceremony was with a large crowd in attendance.  During the month he had also attended the St. Barnabas Service in Douglas.  The Chairman wished to extend a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all residents of the Town.

 

MINUTES                   06/324               The Minutes of the meeting held on 16th November 2006 were taken as read and CONFIRMED.

 

STREET LIGHTS        06/325               The Town Clerk referred back to Minute 06/300 and indicated that due to staffing issues the Manx Electricity Authority were unable to undertake the installation of the new replacement street lights for Michael Street during the early part of December as previously indicated. 

 

                                                              Arising therefrom comment was made over the failure of the Department of Transport to complete the re-surfacing of Michael Street.  It was AGREED to contact Mr. Hannay, Director of Highways concerning this matter with a request that he inspect the work undertaken so far. 

 

WEB CAMS               06/326               The Chairman referred back to Minute 06/302 and confirmed that he had been in contact with staff at Manx National Heritage and was advised that no delay could be attributed to Manx National Heritage in respect of the installation of the web cam at the House of Manannan.  The Town Clerk undertook to request Eye Spy to complete the work with the installation of the web cam as soon as possible. 

 

COMMISSIONERS   06/327               Mrs. Birkett requested Members to forward any

NEWSLETTER                                     items for inclusion in the next edition of the newsletter as soon as possible.  The Town Clerk confirmed that the Christmas refuse collection schedule was on the website and could be included in the newsletter also.  In addition it was AGREED to advise the local Press and place notices on the Commissioners notice board of the revised collection times. 

 

                                                              Arising therefrom Mr. Lightfoot enquired as to whether the events programme for Peel Heritage Trust could be included in the newsletter perhaps on a quarterly basis.  It was AGREED that Mrs. Birkett liaise with Mr. Bates of Peel Heritage Trust regarding this matter. 

 

PARKING OF            06/328               Reference was made back to Minute 06/309

MOTORHOMES                                  and Mr. Lightfoot indicated he had been advised that the Police were somewhat reluctant to enforce the law with regard to the possible illegal parking of campervans on the high street and main roads.  It was AGREED that a letter be sent to Inspector Lowe with the Commissioners concerns regarding this matter. 

 

WATER QUALITY     06/329               Members noted receipt of the water quality report from the Department of Local Government and the Environment, Government Laboratory.  Arising therefrom it was noted that the beach at Peel was generally in excellent or good condition with only two occasions during the year when it failed to reach the necessary standard. 

 

HIGHWAY                 06/330               Consideration was given to two issues that had

MATTERS                                            been raised at a recent Western Traffic Management Liaison Group meeting. 

 

                                                              The first involved the proposal to include double yellow lined parking restrictions outside Gayles Fayre in Christian Street.  The matter was discussed at some length and by a majority of four in favour with one against it was AGREED to support the proposal for double yellow lines at this location.

 

                                                              The second proposal related to the creation of a one way system along the upper part of Rheast Lane from the Golf Club down to Queens Drive.  The matter was discussed at some length and it was AGREED that the status quo be recommended and it remain two way. 

 

                                                              Arising therefrom the Chairman commented on the reduction in HGV traffic in Peel particularly the Peveril Road and Church Street area consequent upon the commencement of the water separation scheme.  Mr. Lightfoot indicated that these vehicles were now making more use of Ballaquane Road. 

 

PEEL BAY                  06/331               Members noted receipt of a letter of complaint

MUSIC FESTIVAL                              from Mr. & Mrs. Bowden of 24 Belle Vue Park, Peel concerning the series of music concerts to be held during the TT period on Peel Headlands.  Mr. & Mrs. Bowden did not see any reason why they should put up with the noise and disruption and wished to register their concern.  Mrs. Moughtin commented on the letter and felt that the Bowden’s reaction was not warranted and that events such as a music festival in Peel should be encouraged. 

 

                                                              The Town Clerk confirmed that a letter had also been received from the Isle of Man Constabulary indicating that a request for appropriate policing would be passed to Superintendent Roberts for his attention. 

 

PLANNING                06/332               The following planning applications were

APPLICATIONS (FOR COMMENT) considered as follows:-

 

                                                              PA 06/01404/B Erection of 50 bed nursing home with associated parking and landscaping, part of field 314543 Glenfaba Road (re advertised due to amended plans received).  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01829/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to front and casement window to rear to replace existing, 7 Stanley Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01836/B Alterations and erection of a two storey extension, Cronk Airh Corner of Tynwald Road and Albany Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01863/B Door and window alterations to rear outlet and installation of a new oil tank, 7 Lake Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01882/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to replace existing, Braeside, 3 Station Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01956/B Installation of roof mount air ductwork and fans, Peel Clothworkers School, Derby Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01960/B Erection of a first floor extension over existing garage and utility room Westhaven, Mount View, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01973/B Removal of existing and installation of a new window on rear elevation, 19 Peveril Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/01988/R Continued use as a retail shop, 25 Michael Street, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/02000/B Extension to kitchen, installation fo two roof lights and installation of French doors to replace window on rear elevation, 17 Mona Street, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/02001/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to front elevation and casement windows to rear elevation, to replace existing, 22 Derby Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/02025/B Installation of timber sliding sash and fixed cellar window to replace existing on front elevation, 29 Factory Lane, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

 

                                                              PA 06/02100/B Construction of ventilation unit and housing, 3 Peveril Terrace, Peel.  Members considered the application and asked that clarification be sought as to the particular use required for the extraction unit. 

 

PLANNING                06/333               The following decisions had been notified by

DECISIONS NOTIFIED                      the Planning Committee:-

 

                                                              PA 06/01488/B Erection of a fire water pump house in Mill Road, Peel for Total Isle of Man Limited.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01029/B Refurbishment of Viking Longhouse and Harbour View and conversion, plus new building to form 25 apartments and three commercial units with associated parking access points and services (re-submission) East Quay, Peel for Street Heritage Limited.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01404/B Erection of 50 bed nursing home with associated parking and landscaping, part of field 314543, Glenfaba Road, Peel for Heritage Homes Limited.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01882/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to replace existing Braeside, 3 Station Road, Peel for Mr. D A Quine.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01829/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows to front and casement windows to rear to replace existing, 7 Stanley Road, Peel for Mr. P Lavender.   APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01853/B Door and window alterations to rear outlet and installation of a new oil tank, 7 Lake Lane, Peel for Mrs. J Souther.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01782/B Removal of chimney stack on rear extension, 3 and 4 Ballaquane Road, Peel for Mr. & Mrs. R J Morgan.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01297/B Installation of a steel debris screen (amended plans received) River Neb, Mill Road, Peel for Department of Transport, Harbours Division.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01525/B Construction of garage with roof terrace over on rear elevation, 2 Ballaquane Road, Peel for Mr. David Woods.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01481/B Removal of two existing trees and replace with new to front elevation Plot 1, Southview, Poortown Road, Peel for Premier Homes IOM.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01602/B Installation of uPVC casement windows to replace existing timber windows on rear elevation, Castle View, Victoria Terrace, Peel for Mrs. J A Merritt.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01683/B Installation of timber sliding sash windows to replace existing on front and rear elevations, 4 Castle Street, Peel for Mrs. Helen Fitzgerald.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01684/B Installation of a uPVC patio door to replace existing rear elevation window, 35 Queens Drive, Peel for Mr. B Bradshaw.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01716/B Installation of uPVC sliding sash windows, replacement timber front door and velux roof light on rear elevation, 3 Bridge Street, Peel for Mr. Paul Richardson.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01491/B Erection of a single storey extension to replace existing conservatory on rear elevation, 36 Belle Vue Park, Peel for Mr. & Mrs. T Reed.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01316/C Additional use of dwelling as a beauty saloon, 3 Mona Street, Peel for Ms. G V Cain.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01523/R Replace front doors to match original, 22 Atholl Street, Peel for Mr. M J P Pringle.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01596/B Installation of a uPVC front door to replace existing timber front door, 27 Church Street, Peel for Mrs. Janet Rice.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01612/B Erection of a detached garage, 8 Mountain View, Peel for Mr. B Corcoran.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01647/B Alterations and erection of an extension to rear elevation, 24 Bridge Street, Peel for Mr. S A Horne.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01600/B Refurbishment of hall, removal of chimney stacks, porch and erection of a glazed link, Peel Methodist Church Hall, Atholl Street, Peel for Reverend G Easthope.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01540/B Installation of uPVC casement windows to replace existing, 35 Douglas Street, Peel for A & B Seafoods Limited.  REFUSED

 

PA 06/01214/B            06/334               Members noted that an Appeal had been made

ON APPEAL                                        against the decision taken in connection with the conversion of garage/workshop into living accommodation including extension to rear, 8 Circular Road, Peel.  It was AGREED that no comment be made on the Appeal application. 

 

PA O6/01481/B           06/335               It was noted that an Appeal had been accepted

ON APPEAL                                        against the decision taken in connection with the removal of two existing trees and replacement with new to front elevation at Plot 1 Southview, Poortown Road, Peel for Premier Homes IOM.  It was AGREED to make no comment on this Appeal application.

 

PA 05/1762/B              06/336               Members noted receipt of the decision of the

ON APPEAL                                        Minister in respect of an Appeal hearing with regard to change of use to a single dwelling and retention of all parts of the implemented with the exception of the first floor balcony at the rear of the property and modified window at Elm Bank, Stanley Terrace, Christian Street, Peel.  It was noted that the Minister concurred with the Inspectors conclusions and accepted the recommendation that the Appeal should succeed in so far as it related to the erection of the Balcony and the modified windows should be refused and that the change of use to a single dwelling and retention of all parts of the proposal accept those referred to above should be approved.

 

PA 06/149                   06/337               Members noted receipt of the Minister decision

ON APPEAL                                        over the Appeal of Mr. & Mrs. Taggart for a request for an alteration and erection of single storey extension to side and rear elevation at 2 Mount Morrision, Peel.  The Appeal was dismissed and the approval previously given confirmed.

 

HOUSING                  06/338               Members noted that the next sitting of the

CONSULTANCY                                Department of Local Government and the

CONFERENCE                                    Housing Consultant Conference would be held on 2nd March 2007 at the Villa Marina. 

 

LOCAL                       06/339               Consideration was given to a letter from the

AUTHORITY RENT                            Policy Manager at the Department of Local

INCREASES                                        Government and the Environment regarding the Commissioners views on the level of increase for public sector rents for 2007/2008.  After consideration it was recommended that a 5% increase apply to the rents for 2007/2008. 

 

HOUSING (FLATS)   06/340               Consideration was given to a letter from

REGULATIONS 1982                          Heritage Homes Limited which requested that consideration be given by the Commissioners to enable the Town Clerk to sign the Flats Regulations Certificates before the matter was considered at a Commissioners meeting to speed up the process.  The matter was discussed at some length and the Members were of the view that the current procedures remain whereby each application for a registration is considered by the Board at a meeting prior to signing by the Clerk with the proviso that the matter be kept under review. 

 

                                                              Arising therefrom the Town Clerk indicated that a request had been made upon the recommendation of the Environmental Health Officer to register Flat 5, Close Beg, Ballawattleworth Estate, Peel.  AGREED

 

                                                              The Town Clerk also indicated that a Flat at 7 Chapel Court, Christian Street, Peel had been registered the previous week following a administrative slip by the property developer to register it previously upon completion.  NOTED

 

HOUSING                  06/341               Consideration was given to a request from

DEVELOPMENT                                 Heritage Homes Limited for the

BALLAWATTLEWORTH                   Commissioners to adopt the car parking areas

FARM – PEEL                                      of the proposed new housing estate at Ballawattleworth Farm of Derby Road.  The matter was considered by Members and it was felt that the application was somewhat premature as the estate and the car parks had not yet been completed.  It was AGREED to advise Heritage Homes accordingly and that the application would be considered upon completion of the estate.

 

LOCAL                       06/342               Members noted receipt of the Local

GOVERNEMENT ACT 2006              Government Act 2006.  Members noted that the Department of Local Government and the Environment had made an appointed day order to bring the 2006 Local Government Act into law on the various dates shown. 

 

                                                              It was particularly noted that Section 16 would enable certain fines and fixed penalties to be paid to Local Authorities.  A draft Order prepared by the Department which would allow local authorities to receive fines awarded by the court in the event of a successful prosecution was noted and the views sought as to whether all the enactments under which the Authority acted were likely to institute prosecutions were covered.  Members had no further comment on the draft. 

 

THIRD                         06/343               Members noted receipt of the third

SUPPLEMENTAL VALUATION        supplemental valuation list for 2006.  The

LIST                                                      current rateable value for the town of Peel was £311,000.00.

 

 

 

PROPERTIES             06/344               The Town Clerk advised that the Manx

AT CLOSE CHAIRN                           Electricity Authority did not hold any leases in respect of the occupants of the garages at Close Chairn.  NOTED  The Town Clerk indicated that he would progress the matter with the Manx Electricity Authority and the Department of Local Government and the Environment.

 

PORT ERIN                06/345               The Chairman and Members had been invited

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION            to the Port Erin Commissioners annual Christmas celebration to be held in St. Catherine’s Church Port Erin on 21st December 2006 at 7.00p.m.  The Chairman indicated that he would attend.

 

QUEEN                       06/346               The Town Clerk advised that the Sixth form at

ELIZABETH 11 HIGH                          the Queen Elizabeth 11 High School were

SCHOOL                                              preparing a Year Book and enquired whether the Commissioners wished to place an insertion in the book at a minimum of £50 cost.  It was AGREED to place a small insertion advertising the Ward Library and Leece Museum together with the Peelonline website.

 

BUS SERVICES         06/347               It was AGREED that the report of the meeting

IN PEEL                                               held in private with Mr. Ian Maule of the Isle of Man Bus Services on 28th November 2006 be transferred to the public section of the Minutes.  AGREED

 

                                                              This part of the meeting ended at 8.05p.m.