The Department for Infrastructure is applying for planning permission to revamp the Harbour Master's Office in Port St Mary.
It wants to replace the glass on the watchtower of the building on Alfred Pier.
The chimney pipe would also be moved and the roof repaired.
In the application the DOI explains the office is exposed to harsh weather, with leaks having forced staff to move into a container cabin over winter.
A union leader says the ending 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.
Weather warning for coastal overtopping later
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping today.
Heysham ferry to run with delay this morning
The Steam Packet says this morning's 9am sailing from Douglas to Heysham will be delayed.
Spike in number hit by data breaches
The number of people on the Island affected by personal data breaches leapt by 38 per cent at the end of last year.
Town centre road to shut for a day next week
A road in the centre of Ramsey will be shut for a day next week for repair work.
Politician questions powers to remove non-native plants
What can the government do to get rid of invasive species?
