Major amendments to Island's planning system from January

Fri, 20 Dec 2019

A number of changes designed to improve the Isle of Man’s planning system will be introduced on 1st January 2020.

The changes will affect anyone wishing to submit or comment on an application or appeal a decision.

The New Year will bring the introduction of minor change applications, the need to submit flood risk assessments at the outset in flood zones, reasons for a valid appeal, fees for requesting an inquiry and the ability to submit applications electronically – which will be introduced after successful testing.

Amendments to the website provide guidance to applicants www.gov.im/planningapply.