20 February 2026 · Delegated
Marks & Spencer (Iom) Ltd, Drumgold Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2sp
The application (ref 25/91175/D) seeks approval for the erection of new and replacement illuminated and non-illuminated signage and window graphics at Marks and Spencer Department Store, 7 Drumgold Street, Douglas (Braddan). The proposal includes amendments to a previous application reference (25/90658/D). The determining body decided to approve the application and it was recorded as permitted on the portal. One key issue considered in the officer report was the impact of the signage and window graphics on the character and appearance of the Area.
The determining body decided to approve the application for replacement illuminated and non-illuminated signage and window graphics. The decision was recorded as permitted on the portal, with the decision dated 2026-02-20. A key issue referenced in the officer report was the impact on the character and appearance of the Area. The formal decision record lists 1 condition.
General Policy 2 (b) (c) (g)
The proposal is not considered to harm the character of the area. It is considered to comply with General Policy 2
General Policy 6
General Policy 6: Within our towns and villages, the display of external advertisements will be permitted on the site or building to which they relate provided they: (a) are of a high standard of design and materials and relate well to the building and site on which they are to be displayed; (b) are in keeping with and do not detract from the surrounding area; and (c) are located so as not to cause a highway safety hazard.
General Policy 7
General Policy 7
General Policy 7: Within our towns and villages, the display of external advertisements on sites or buildings other than those to which they relate will not generally be permitted. 6.6.3 Within rural areas, advertisements can be disruptive features which affect adversely the appearance of the landscape and the countryside. Lighting can pollute the night sky, and may be contrary to nature conservation interests.
Condition 1
The advertisement(s) hereby granted consent shall be begun before the expiration of four years from the date of this notice.
