Garff commissioners say they're not planning to tackle rundown or dilapidated buildings just yet.
The board met this week, and discussed the problem of poorly-maintained properties after speaking to local authorities in Douglas and Ramsey.
Noth areas have seen changes to rates rules designed to encourage people to carry out work where necessary.
Garff's commissioners agreed to monitor the situation in the parish.
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