People looking to build or extend a property will be able to submit their plans to building control digitally next month.
Building control regulates the construction processes involved in building to ensure they are safe and meet current standards.
Digital applications can be submitted on the DEFA’s website from 1 August 2021.
Application fees can also be paid by bank transfer.
Paper applications will still be accepted, said the government.
Island goes pink for breast cancer support group
The Isle of Man's gone pink today to raise money for the Manx Breast Cancer Support Group.
Dominos announces Ramsey store opening soon!
There's good news for pizza lovers in Ramsey - after Dominos said it's opening in the town.
Manx Telecom to merge with Jersey Telecom
Manx Telecom says it's been bought out by a Netherlands-based investment company and Jersey Telecom.
Manx government yet to assess impact of digital ID scheme
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the government hasn't yet looked at what the UK's digital ID scheme could mean for the Island.
Thirty hospital fires in seven years, says Manx Care
Manx Care says the Island's hospitals have seen 30 fires since 2018 - including five which were set deliberately.
Which buses are the most punctual?
A southern MHK wants to know which buses are most punctual.
Dangerous trees mean road closure for Port St Mary
The Department of Infrastructure says it's been forced to close a busy route in the south of the Island this weekend.
Island's most famous bird dies
The Manx Wildlife Trust says the most famous bird on the Island has died.
