Douglas council has backed plans for a 12-storey development on Lord Street which would see 85 homes, a cinema, shops and bus centre built.
At its last meeting, the Environmental services Committee discussed the plans from Lord Street Development SPV.
A report recommended councillors objected to the scheme because it breached three government policies, including on housing and recreation.
However, the committee voted by three to one to back the application.
Manx movie star featuring at Cannes
A film starring Manx star Joe Locke is one of eight featured by the British Film Institute during this year's Cannes festival.
Registrations open for popular charity obstacle course
You can now register to take part in one of the Island's toughest events!
Northern roads to close for cycling
Roads in the north of the Island will be closed for a cycling race on Wednesday.
Hundreds of job offers withdrawn over vetting failures
The government says it's withdrawn more than 800 job offers in the last five years because of problems with vetting checks.
New cafe for the capital
A new lunch spot has opened in the capital.
Crash causes disruption at Quarterbridge
Police say they're currently dealing with a crash at the Quarterbridge roundabout in Douglas.
Stamps mark Manx connection to US War of Independence
A new collection of Manx stamps is being released to mark the 250th anniversary of the American War of Independence.
Swiss ambassador visits Island
The Island's had a visit from Switzerland's ambassador to the UK.
