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EMI plans shelved

by isleofman.com 14th March 2007
Plans to build an elderly mentally infirm (EMI) unit in Farmhill have been shelved due to a lack of funding.

The unit was due to be constructed alongside 21 homes by developer Heritage Homes.

However, due to a lack of DHSS funding, the developer will now revert to its approval to build 34 homes on the site.

The controversial planning application was given the go-ahead in December.

Although not opposed to an EMI unit, more than 200 residents in the area objected to the housing plans as the site is home to a number of protected habitats.

South Douglas MHK, Liberal Vannin member Bill Malarkey (pictured), says it’s vital the wetlands area is maintained and managed:
Posted by isleofman.com
Wednesday 14th, March 2007 09:03pm.

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