THE ISLE OF MAN

Isle of Man Town Planning and Byelaws Act 2026

2026 AT 30

An Act of Tynwald to authorise the making of planning schemes for towns and coastal areas; to empower municipal byelaws; and for connected purposes.

[4 October 2026]

Comes into force on the day it is enacted.

Text as enacted

Part IPlanning Schemes

1 Planning Schemes for Urban Areas

The Douglas Corporation and the Town Commissioners of Ramsey, Peel, and Castletown may prepare planning schemes regulating the density, line, and elevation of buildings along promenades and streets.

2 Preservation of Amenities

A planning scheme may prohibit the erection of advertising hoardings or unsightly commercial structures tending to injure the natural beauty of the glens and coastline.

Part IIMunicipal Byelaws

3 Power to Make Byelaws

Town Commissioners may make byelaws for the regulation of bathing beaches, open spaces, and street order, imposing fines not exceeding £5 for any breach thereof.

Part IIIGeneral

4 Citation

This Act may be cited as the Isle of Man Town Planning and Byelaws Act.

2026 AT 30 · The Isle of Man · LEG-2026-000050