Residents will now get notified in writing when a neighbouring property is seeking planning permission.
The move came into effect in January as part of the government's Built Environment Reform Programme.
It's part of a number of improvements following a public consultation, with staffing, training and the planning website to be reviewed.
The way planning applications are dealt with, fees and IT systems will also be examined.
Island's rate of inflation rises this month, driven by hospitality and tobacco prices
The Island's rate of inflation rose to 2.8 percent this month, with the biggest drivers being hospitality and alcohol and tobacco prices.
Plans for electric vehicle charging bays at the airport
There are plans to build charging bays for electric cars at Ronaldsway Airport.
Ben-My-Chree sailing delayed by four hours due to damaged pipe
The Ben-My-Chree's 8:30am sailing to Heysham has been delayed by four hours due to damaged firefighting equipment in the car deck, the Steam Packet has announced.
L'experience to close after 44 years in business
A popular Douglas restaurant has announced it will be closing its doors after 44 years in business.
More delays to sailings this morning as Ben-My-Chree steps in following Manxman smoke emergency
There are further ferry delays affecting this morning’s sailings, August 20.
MGP organisers say rider's condition is "serious" after latest qualifying crash
Manx Grand Prix Organisers have announced it was rider Garry Broughton who was involved in the red flag incident during yesterday evening's qualifying.
Rainbow Baby Week is for those who have lost children
The Jane Crookall Maternity Unit is currently marking Rainbow Baby Week, which raises awareness about pregnancy after losing a child.
Government finishes building new £3.3m Sexual Assault Referral Centre
The government has finished building a new £3.3 million Sexual Assault Referral Centre.
