The Department of Infrastructure is applying for planning permission to improve 11 homes in Braddan.
The department is asking planners to approve removing chimney stacks on properties in the Cronk Grianagh Estate in Strang.
In its application, it says water's seeping through rooves despite efforts to stop it in recent years.
And it adds the work on the public sector homes is needed to prevent it in future.
Nursing organisation to contact staff over pay offer
The Royal College of Nursing says it'll consult staff members about Manx Care's latest pay offer next week.
More Marvel films for Joe Locke?
Could Manx actor Joe Locke be returning to the Marvel universe?
Coast road restrictions for weekend charity walk
The Kirk Michael Coast Road will have speed limits and a one-way restriction to allow for a walking event this weekend.
UK refuses to forward assisted dying bill for Royal Assent
The UK says it won't recommend the Island's new assisted dying laws for Royal Assent.
External investigation opened into Peel Commissioners staff member
The chair of Peel Commissioners has confirmed a member of staff is being investigated.
Bus strike's end is bittersweet for some, says union leader
A union leader says the end of the bus strike is a bittersweet moment for some.
MHK says to contact him over car tax issues
Onchan MHK Rob Callister is urging constituents to contact him if they're having problems taxing their car after recent changes.
Hospital bed capacity to be discussed in Tynwald
Tynwald is due to hear about hospital bed capacity and waiting times at Accident & Emergency next week.
