Planning

Upgrades are on the horizon for the Island's biggest and most popular landmark later this year. Plans have been submitted to upgrade the Grade II red and white striped lighthouse at The Needles, bringing it into the 21st century. Trinity...

An extension to a cliff tunnel — which runs underneath a path in Lake and emerges as part of the cliff face overlooking Sandown Bay — has been approved by the Isle of Wight Council. It comes after fears of...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the...

The owners of the dilapidated Norris Castle in East Cowes are revising plans following concerns from the community. The move comes after they shared frustrations about a lack of engagement from East Cowes Town Council, which they say is ongoing....

Planning permission is being sought to transform the former East Dene educational activity centre and wedding venue in Bonchurch into a boutique 5-star hotel, boasting spa facilities and 16 eco holiday lodges. East Dene closed its doors back in 2020...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the...

Construction vehicles will travel via Yarmouth Road and Wilmingham Lane Planning permission has been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council to create a large solar power farm, known as Barnfield, off Wilmingham Lane near Thorley. As previously reported by...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the...

Residents of Godshill have been told that developers have not jumped the gun on preparations for a major housing development in the village.  Scotland Farm, near Yarborough Close, has been earmarked for development since 2004 when approval was first given...

A new 2-tier strategy for planning enforcement could be introduced — with the town, parish and community councils all being asked to chip in. With a current backlog of cases stretching into the hundreds and ever-increasing funding pressures, the Isle...