19 December 2025
Bishopscourt Mansion House, Bishopscourt, Kirk Michael, Isle Of Man, IM6 2ez
Alterations and renovation works to cottage including the erection of a replacement single storey extension, restoration of existing historic portion of building and installation of new drainage routes from Cottage and adjacent Refectory (in association with RB application 26/00176/CON)
Registered building consent for repair, alterations and restoration of building - RB 22 (in association with 26/00104/GB)
Restoration works to interior of Chapel - RB 1
Deconstruction and rebuilding of single storey game larder (in association with RB consent application 25/01106/CON)
Registered building consent for deconstruction and rebuild of game larder in a like for like manner - RB 1 (in association with 25/91088/GB)
Information in relation to condition 2 for PA 22/00328/CON - Details of the finishes of the lift and enclosure for Bishopcourt Mansion House.
Appeal against the approval for the installation of two boreholes
Conversion of garage block to covered swimming pool with associated service rooms
Installation of two boreholes
Registered Building Consent for internal and external alterations including the installation of roof maintenance access system, replacement of modern or damaged lintels, reinstatement of an internal wall within Bake House and construction of a new chimney stack on gable, and the installation of additional rainwater goods to Tower - RB 1 (in association with application 24/91083/GB).
Alterations including the installation of roof maintenance access system and construction of a new chimney stack on gable of Bake House (in association with RB consent application 24/01100/CON).
Registered building consent for demolition of existing attached garage and erection of replacement single storey garage RB 1 (in association with 24/00341/GB)
Installation of hardstanding and external plant equipment, upgrading of site services within grounds and widening of drive
Information in relation to condition 3 for 21/01297/B - Arboricultural Method Statement (AMS) report for Bishopcourt Mansion House.
Information in relation to condition 2 for PA 21/01297/B for a written scheme of investigation for Bishopscourt House.
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Planning permission was granted for installation of two boreholes with subterranean storage tanks at Bishopscourt Mansion House, a Registered Building under renovation. Neighbour Mrs Brenda Cannell of Garden Cottage appealed the approval, citing risks to structural integrity, noise/disruption from ongoing works, historical significance, environmental concerns, and lack of risk assessment. The Council defended the approval, arguing compliance with IMSP policies, no structural risk at 50m distance, and benefits for sustainable water supply. The Inspector found no evidence of structural harm from the boreholes, no unacceptable visual impact, and policy compliance, recommending dismissal. The Minister accepted the recommendation on 19 December 2025, upholding approval with conditions limiting above-ground works.
Precedent Value
Appeals against approvals rarely succeed without strong evidence of harm; third parties cannot block sustainable infrastructure via unrelated grievances. Applicants should provide engineering evidence and risk assessments proactively.
Inspector: B J Sims
