BOARD MEETING

 

The MINUTES of a BOARD MEETING held in the Board Room, Town Hall, Derby Road, Peel on Wednesday 6th September at 7.00p.m.

 

Present                         Mr. D J Lace (Chairman)

                                    Mrs. T M Birkett  

                                    Mr. T M Crookall

                                    Mr. R Gimbert

                                    Mr. J E Lightfoot

                                    Mrs. C A Moughtin

                                    Mrs. P Pugh

                                    Mrs. P S Sweeney       

 

Apologies                     Ms. P Hardman

                                                                       

In attendance                Mr. P G Leadley (Town Clerk)

                                                                                   

CHAIRMAN’S           06/185               The Chairman welcomed the Press to the

WELCOME                                          first meeting of September and indicated that he had presented the Autumn Shield to Mr. Mike Hewson in respect of the Bowls Competition.  He wished to thank Messrs. Lee and Moffatt and the Committee that organised the Bowls Competitions in Peel. 

 

PLANNING                06/186               The Chairman indicated that as a significant

APPLICATION 06/01393/A                number of members of the public had attended

HERITAGE HOMES LIMITED            the meeting he would deal with the Planning Application for approval in principle by Heritage Homes Limited for development of fields at Ballawattleworth Farm, Peel.  The application provided for some 455 dwellings of which a significant number were scheduled to be apartments. 

 

                                                              Mr. Lightfoot indicated that it was anticipated that the IRIS Scheme would be fully operational prior to the development taking place and that as Peel was in need of affordable housing he would support the application.  Mrs. Birkett indicated that the Town’s infrastructure would be under significant strain if this development were to proceed.  She referred to the provision of medical services and the size of the schools and indicated her previous concerns that the size of this application raised significant concerns with her.  Mr. Gimbert indicated the sheer density was unbelievable and that no community centre had been allowed in the plans submitted.  In his opinion the schools would not be able to cope with such a significant increase in residential units and in conclusion recommended that the application be refused.  Mr. Crookall confirmed that it would be a long time for the development to take place but felt that the size and scope of this proposed application would ruin Peel. 

 

                                                              The Chairman asked for the views of the Commissioners on the application and the voting was as follows.  In favour, Mr. Lightfoot, Mrs. Sweeney, Mrs. Moughtin and Mrs. Pugh.  Opposed Mr. Lace, Mr. Gimbert, Mrs. Birkett and Mr. Crookall.  With there being an equal cast of votes four in favour and four against, the Chairman exercised his discretion and cast a deciding vote against the application submitted by Heritage Homes for approval in principle to develop fields at Ballawattleworth Farm. 

 

MINUTES                   06/187               The Minutes of the meeting held on 2nd August 2006 were taken as read and CONFIRMED.

 

LORRY PARK            06/188               Mr. Lightfoot referred back to Minute 06/141 and suggested that as an interim measure the land belonging to the Commissioners be cleared and a low fence be erected to enable some level of lorry parking to take place.  AGREED

 

PUBLIC                      06/189               Reference was made back to Minute 06/142

CONVENIENCES                               and it was AGREED that a notice board be erected in each convenience indicating the time it was last cleaned.  In addition a telephone help number be supplied so that contact could be made with the Town Hall when required. 

 

ZERO WASTE            06/190               Reference was made back to Minute 06/144

MANN                                                 and the Town Clerk advised that the refuse wagon would be located at the Mill Road depot on Saturday 16th September 2006 to enable residents to dispose of large burnable items of refuse as part of the Island-wide litter awareness day.  Mrs. Pugh indicated that the Peel Clean Team would also be on duty that weekend.  NOTED

 

NEGLECTED              06/191               Reference was made back to Minute 06/148 in

PROPERTIES                                       which Mrs. Hannan, MHK had written to the Commissioners concerning a neglected property in Peel.  The Town Clerk advised that a letter of response had been sent to Mrs. Hannan and that further contact was awaited from her.  Mr. Lightfoot indicated that the Commissioners were keen for Central Government to buy suitable properties for development as single person accommodation but this was unlikely to happen due to lack of funds. 

 

                                                              Some concern was expressed over Mr. Mansell the Environmental Health Officers claim that the property in Orry Lane was not detrimental to the amenities of the district and could not therefore be subject to any action.   It was felt that the building was an eyesore and it was suggested that a meeting be arranged on site with Mr. Mansell. 

 

CCTV                          06/192               The Town Clerk provided Members with an

CAMERAS                                           update on the installation of the CCTV cameras and web cams.  NOTED

 

MARINE PARADE     06/193               Reference was made back to Minute 06/159

FOOTPATH                                         and it was noted that the Department of Transport had certain promenade works in the pipeline for completion.  It was regrettable that the work had not been completed prior to the summer and it was AGREED that a letter be sent to the Department of Transport enquiring as to when the work would be undertaken. 

 

BLOCKED                  06/194               Reference was made back to Minute 06/160

DRAINS                                               and it was confirmed that the Department of Transport had unblocked a number of gullies around the Town.  NOTED

 

ROAD TRAFFIC        06/195               Consideration was given to a draft Order

ORDER 1985                                        entitled Peel (Various Roads) (Reserved Parking Places) Order 2006 which provided for a reserved parking space on a section of Tynwald Close.  Members had no objection to the proposed draft and it was AGREED to advise the Department of Transport accordingly.

 

KERBSIDE                 06/196               Mr. Gimbert tabled a report following his

RECYCLING                                       meeting with the Clerk to Malew Parish Commissioners concerning kerbside recycling.  Members were supportive of the principle of a cardboard and paper recycling trail but noted that no budget provision had been made during the current financial year.  It was suggested that costings be obtained and in the meantime the matter was supported in principle by Members.

 

H.G.V. ROUTES         06/197               Members noted receipt of an email from the

IN PEEL                                               Department of Transport concerning the dedicated routes in and around Peel for H.G.V. vehicles over 32 tonnes.  The routes involved the main Douglas to Peel road to the harbour bridge via Queens Drive, Heathfield Drive, Patrick Street, Station Road and Mill Road.  It was noted that the routes could be reviewed in the near future and that if this were to be the case the Commissioners would be consulted. 

 

                                                              Arising therefrom the Town Clerk indicated that a planning application for retrospective permission to utilise the Lhergdhoo Sandpit in the Parish of German was considered.  The licence application was to recycle waste from the site and could involve up to sixty H.G.V. vehicles per day.  A letter objecting to the application had been submitted in advance of the meeting and the Board confirmed that this was acceptable.

 

SURFACE WATER    06/198               Members noted the Peel Surface Water

SEPARATION SCHEME                     Separation Scheme in respect of which a report had been forwarded by the Department of Transport.  The stage six tender report had been forwarded to the Treasury for approval at a cost of £850,000 and design fees of £40,000 as part of the capital programme.  NOTED

 

PLANNING                06/199               The following planning applications were noted

APPLICATIONS FOR COMMENT    for comment as follows:-

 

                                                              Pa 06/01297/B Installation of a steel debris screen to trap debris in the River Neb, Mill Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01316/B Change of Use from residential use to Beauty Salon, 3 Mona Street, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/1325/B Replacement uPVC sliding sash windows to front of elevation, 28 Patrick Street, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01270/B Replacement PVC windows 29/30 Shore Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01336/B Installation of sliding sash windows in UPVC oak, Waldick Hotel, Marine Parade, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01212/B Installation of uPVC window, Ashcroft, Tynwald Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01396/B Removal of two unused chimneys. Mylreen, Albany Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01400/B Re-positioning of staircase together with alterations to first floor bedrooms and shower room, 7 Ballaterson Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01438/B Replacement of existing uPVC windows and door with traditional timber box sash windows, 6 Duke Street, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/00551/B Erection of a two storey dwelling, land adjacent to The Mount, Mount Morrison, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01413/B Installation of a uPVC window into gable end of extension, 34 Glenfaba Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01475/B 1 – 19 Glenfaba Road (odd numbers), 1-4 North View, 6-16 North view (even numbers) 7a & 9a Boilley Spittal, Peel.  Refurbishment of 22 houses to include render/insulation system to external walls and external Manx Electricity Authority boxes.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01488/B Construction of Fire Water Pump House, Total, Mill Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01491/B Taking down existing conservatory and building single storey extension on same site to provide additional bedroom, 36 Belle Vue Park, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01481/B Removal of two trees in front of existing property and replace with new trees, plot 1 South View, Poortown Road, Peel.  RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL.

 

                                                              PA 06/01404/B Erection of 50 bed nursing home with associated parking and landscaping, part of field 314543, Glenfaba Road.  RECOMMENDED FOR REFUSAL.  The surface water dispersal should not be into the existing drain (as proposed) because this drain converts into a combined surface and foul sewer lower down Glenfaba Road.  Department of Transport (Drainage Division) policy for new developments does not allow surface water to flow into the foul sewer.

 

                                                              PA 06/01393/B Development of land for residential use, fields 311825, 311826, 311827, 31333 and 316097, Ballawatteworth Farm, Peel.  The Commissioners RECOMMEND REFUSAL as the size and scope of the proposed development is deemed excessive.  The Commissioners have genuine concerns that the Town’s infrastructure will not be able to cope if their development is allowed.  Due to the major impact this planning application will have if approved, the Commissioners request that an extension of time be given to allow residents of Peel sufficient opportunity to comment.  It is expected that a public meeting will be called in the near future to enable the views of interested parties to be voiced.

 

                                                              PA 06/01477/D Retention of advertising signage, Shamyr Hey Tea Room, 41 Michael Street, Peel – RECOMMENDED FOR REFUSAL.  These premises are in the heart of the conservation area and it is felt by the Commissioners that there is a surfeit of advertising  signage both on the Tea Room windows and on the stand alone signs on the outside seating area.

 

PLANNING                06/200               The following planning decisions had been

DECISIONS NOTIFIED                      notified by the Planning Committee:

 

                                                              PA 06/01009/R Amendment to bin storage area in rear garden, Ballaraye, 5 Marine Parade, Peel for Forest Homes Limited.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/00149/B Alterations, erection of single storey extensions to side and rear elevations to provide porch, garden room, bedroom and breakfast area as well as a detached double garage, 2 Mount Morrison, Peel for Mr. & Mrs. Taggart.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/00099/B New extraction system to rear elevation, 16 Michael Street, Peel for Fong Kwai Tang.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/00313/B Installation of a velux window, 21 Christian Street, Peel for Ms. C Boothby.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/00874/B Demolition of existing and erection of a replacement garage, 38 Derby Road, Peel for Mr.& Mrs. B Crellin.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/01237/B Removal of a chimney to rear elevation, 6 Marine Parade, Peel for Dr. L A Hanson.  APPROVED

 

                                                              PA 06/00930/B Erection of a two storey extension on rear elevation, Ballamarija Cottage, 8 Market Street, Peel for Mr. & Mrs. B M Gee.  APPROVED

 

PEEL                           06/201               The Members noted receipt of a letter of

CONSERVATION AREA                    response from the Chief Executive of the Department of Local Government and the Environment concerning the Commissioners request for a proposed reduction in the Conservation Area.  It was noted with regret that the Department did not have the resources necessary at the present time to bring forward an examination of the reduction of the Conservation Area in Peel.  Any change to the boundary of the Conservation Area could have other planning implications which would be better addressed through the preparation of an area plan.  It was noted that it would be sometime before an area plan covering Peel was to be prepared.  The Chief Executive indicated that the All-Island Strategic Plan currently in draft form would be ready for Tynwald consideration in May or June 2007.  Consequent upon the Strategic Plan being approved by Tynwald the Department would look to devise a plan for the South and for the East of the Island in the first instance.  It was too early to say at what stage work would begin on an area plan for the West.  NOTED

CIVC SUNDAY         06/202               It was noted that the following Civic Sunday Services were scheduled and invitations had been extended to the Chairman and Commissioners as follows:-

 

                                                              Castletown on 24th September 2006 at 3.00p.m. in Methodist Church, Arbory Street, Castletown.

 

                                                              Braddan Parish Commissioners on 1st October 2006 at 2.30p.m. at Union Mills Methodist Chapel.

 

                                                              Marown Parish Commissioners on 22nd October 2006 at 3.00p.m. in Marown Parish Church.

 

                                                              The Chairman indicated that he would attend the Castletown Service and check his diary as to the Braddan and Marown Civic Sunday Service dates.

 

MARINE LITTER       06/203               The Town Clerk referred to an invitation to

AWARENESS DAY                             Members to attend a marine litter awareness day on 15th September 2006 at the Villa Marina.  It was noted that Members would not be able to attend due to prior commitments. 

 

PEEL CHARITY         06/204               The Town Clerk referred to a letter inviting the

SHOP                                                   Chairman and Members of the Commissioners to the opening ceremony of the extension and refurbishment of the Charity Shop.  The ceremony would be held on 28th September 2006 at 11.00a.m. and the Chairman confirmed that he would attend.

 

CANON KELLY        06/205               The Town Clerk referred to a letter from the

RETIREMENT                                      Cathedral Wardens concerning Canon Kelly’s final day at St. Germans Cathedral on Sunday 1st October 2006.  Canon Kelly had been the Canon of St. Germans for over twenty nine years and his devoted service to the Church and wider community was immeasurable.  An invitation was extended to all to attend the Harvest Festival Service at 10.30a.m. on Sunday 1st October to be followed by buffet lunch in the Corrin Hall thereafter.  The Chairman indicated that he would be able to attend the service.

 

CHRISTIAN               06/206               The Town Clerk indicated that following the

STREET – TRAFFIC                            recent Western Traffic Liaison Group meeting

MEASURES                                         the Department of Transport had recommended that double yellow lines be painted along that section of Christian Street immediately in front of Gayles Fayre and the chip shop.  NOTED

 

 

PLANNED                  06/207               Mr. Lightfoot enquired as to the progress of the

MAINTENANCE                                 central heating refurbishment programme.  The Town Clerk advised that work would be undertaken this winter and that the tenants affected by the arrangements would be advised prior to work commencing.  NOTED

 

VINTAGE                   06/208               Mr. Lightfoot referred to a medal donated to the

MOTORCYCLE CLUB                       Commissioners from the Vintage Motorcycle Club in respect of its Douglas to Peel run.  The medal was accepted with thanks and it was AGREED to display it in the presentation cabinet.

 

COMMISSIONERS   06/209               It was noted that the next Commissioners

SURGERY                                            surgery would take place on 9th September 2006 from 11.00.a.m until 1.00p.m. and that Mr. Lightfoot and Mr. Gimbert would be in attendance.

 

PATRICK STREET     06/210               The Chairman referred to a letter he had

INCIDENT                                           received concerning injuries sustained by a person who had fallen on the pavement in Patrick Street beneath the trees overhanging the road.  It appeared that bird muck was causing a problem at this location although it was noted that the trees had been lopped on a number of occasions.  The Town Clerk arranged for the power jetter to be used at this location to clean up the pavement mess.

 

SKATEBOARD          06/211               Mr. Crookall referred to the skateboard board

PARK                                                   and indicated that some of the floodlights needed readjustment.  AGREED

 

                                                              Arising therefrom it was suggested that consideration be given to the turning off of certain street lights in Peel to bring down the cost.  A previous decision had been made by the Board to allow all the street lights to remain on throughout the night at the request of the Police.  It was suggested that the matter be discussed with Inspector Lowe at a future date.

 

                                                              This part of the meeting end at 8.20p.m.