Planning overview · 1984–2026
19,653
Total Applications
16,292
Approved
2,690
Refused
83.8%
Approval Rate
£252,772
Average Price
£210,000
Median Price
8,974
Transactions
Certificate of lawful development for the installation of windows and door, rendering works, alterations to chimney stack, and installation of raised decking
1, Withington Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3bg
Erection of three container units for use as office accommodation
Plot 8 Middle River Industrial Estate, Pulrose Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 1al
Single storey extension to side (north) elevation.
2, Richmond Close, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 6hr
Formation of rear external staircase and guarding above existing flat roof to provide access to rear lane.
First And Second Floor Offices, 28, Victoria Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2le
Conversion of first and second floors of existing office building to one self-contained apartment, together with associated works to remaining ground floor office.
Maed Ltd, Birkdale House, 7, Myrtle Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 1ed
Replacement of conservatory with single storey rear extension, extension over garage to create additional first floor living accommodation, window/door alterations and installation of wall cladding.
6, Olafs Close, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 7ar
Replacement of rear windows to rear elevation of existing dwelling house and replacement of windows and door to out building at rear of curtilage
40, Selborne Drive, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3nh
Installation of non-illuminated signage on the west elevation of building
Dixcart, 69, Athol Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 1je
Conversion of first and second floors of existing dwellinghouse to self-contained flat (Class 3.4) with associated entrances
44, Woodbourne Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 3an
Removal of existing bay window and installation of a replacement window to front elevation
68, Cronk Coar, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5ly
Change of use from offices to House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) with 10 bedrooms, with associated erection of extension and alteration to fenestration to rear elevation of existing building, and creation of new bin and bicycle stores
13, Peel Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 4lr
Erection of wooden fence topper onto existing wall
Castleward Lodge, 7, The Castleward Green, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5ps
Installation of TruckPaver HD to form footpaths adjacent to the TT Hospitality Unit with associated French drains
Part Of Playing Fields, Nobles Park, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 6da
Replacement of existing lower ground floor rear elevation store with car port and roof terrace above, together with rear elevation window and door alterations
13, Drinkwater Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 1at
Minor Change to 21/01119/B (Erection of building with commercial/retail use at ground floor and 5 apartments above) for omission of basement, revised bicycle and bin stores, revised lift and stair core, alteration to external finishes, doors and fenestration to all elevations, omission of third floor balcony, and associated changes to internal layout
Faze 2, 1, Marina Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2hd
The application proposes the erection of a replacement summerhouse in the rear garden of Montreux, 52 Ballanard Road, Douglas. The application was approved by delegated decision on 12 March 2026.
52, Ballanard Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 5he
The application seeks an additional use and an extension of time for the TT and Festival of Motorcycling hospitality facility (as approved under 14/00170/B for the Food and Drink Festival). The Planning Committee has determined to approve the application (per portal decision dated 2026-03-12).
Part Of Playing Fields, Nobles Park, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 6da
Erection of single storey extension to east elevation of existing childcare facility
Victoria House Nursery, Victoria Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4aj
Retrospective permission was granted for a replacement front door at a terraced house in the Woodbourne Road Conservation Area, Douglas, as the door's design was found to be in keeping with the character of the terrace.
3, Mount Bradda, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 4ar
Change of use of to Classes 1.3 and 1.4 for hot food take-away with on-premises consumption, with alterations to fenestration to front elevation and installation of replacement flue to rear elevation
Fancie That, 22, Nelson Street, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2al
Increase in size of football pitch with associated ground levelling works (retrospective)
Lower Playing Field Nobles Park Adjacent To, St Ninians Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4be
Conversion of offices (Class 2.1) to private medical facility (Classes 3.2 and 4.1) including alterations to public footpath and additional landscaping works
Iom Bank Ltd, Victoria Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 4rp
The application seeks the retrospective removal of 8 chimney stacks and the installation of a roof light in flat 19 at No. 8-20 Windsor Terrace, Douglas.
8, Windsor Terrace, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 3lt
The application at 8 Marina Road, Douglas (IM1 2HE) was approved for the installation of non-illuminated signage and window graphics. The portal decision outcome was permitted/approved on 2026-03-05.
8, Marina Road, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 2he
Douglas has had 19,653 planning applications submitted since records began, averaging around 983 per year. You can see how activity in Douglas compares to other Isle of Man parishes and track year-on-year trends on this page.
Douglas has a 83.8% planning approval rate based on 18,982 decided applications — slightly below the Isle of Man average of 87%. Every application is assessed individually against the Isle of Man Strategic Plan, but the approval rate gives a useful benchmark for the area.
You can object to any planning application on the Isle of Man by submitting comments through the government's online planning system at pabc.gov.im. Comments are typically accepted for 21 days after an application is registered. Find recent applications for Douglas listed on this page, then follow the link to the official record to submit your representation.
Planning decisions in Douglas are governed by the Isle of Man Strategic Plan 2016, which sets out land use zoning, conservation areas, and development policies. Some areas may also fall within designated zones such as conservation areas or Areas of Special Scientific Interest.
Yes — the most recent applications in Douglas are listed on this page with their status, type, and decision outcome. You can also explore applications geographically using the interactive planning map at planningportal.im/map, filtered to Douglas.
This page shows a breakdown of dwelling types across planning applications in Douglas. This is useful for homebuyers researching what housing is being added to the area, or developers assessing what residential schemes have been approved locally.
