The Island's capital city has 40 dilapidated properties, according to Douglas Council.
Councillors on the Environmental Services committee discussed the issue at their last meeting.
They heard since the last report on ruinous buildings, three new properties had been added to the list while three had been removed.
They said the remaining 40 represents around a quarter of one per cent of all buildings in the city.
Firefighters tackle kitchen fire at Braddan flat
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New platform to bring Island good causes together
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New addition to Poulsom Park
New outdoor fitness equipment has been installed at a park in the south of the Island.
Requisition meeting for Middle voters
Election fever will grip Marown next week when a public meeting will give you the chance to quiz candidates.
Illuminated signs planned for Castletown café
A café and bar in Castletown could get illuminated signs outside, if planners give the green light.
Women's rage retreat coming to the Island
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Zurich charity chair takes on 1,500km challenge
The chair of the Zurich Foundation has set off on a 1,500km cycle from the Swiss Alps to the Isle of Man.
Healthcare service to offer RSV vaccine
Manx Care's offering older adults and newborns the RSV vaccine.
