Rules for advertisers within the island could soon change.
The Department of Infrastructure is seeking views on proposals to modernise and streamline the planning rules on advertising.
A consultation document has been published with submissions to be sent in no later than August 28.
The Department of Infrastructure’s consultation process is part of proposals to update the Control of Advertisement Regulations 2005.
A spokemsan said: ‘Ultimately the plans could lead to three pieces of primary legislation being partially or completely repealed and replaced by one new law.
‘As part of the streamlining, there are a significant number of proposed changes to primary and secondary legislation.
‘These include replacing regulations controlling the display of advertisements with a new piece of primary legislation dealing solely with advertisements and planning, simplifying and clarifying the enforcement process so powers to take action over unauthorised advertisements rest with the department, and increasing the powers of the courts to fine illegal advertisers on a daily basis until an unauthorised advertisement is removed.
‘The consultation also seeks views on advertising on private property without the consent of the owner, the erection and maintenance of advertising hoardings adjoining highways, and powers to prohibit vehicles used for advertising purposes.
‘Input is also invited on proposals to increase the types of advertisements that can be displayed under deemed consent, such as flags, illuminated advertisements, balloons and temporary advertisements.’
Advertising during motorsport events, signs for electric vehicle charging points, size limits for adverts and the rules on advertising on registered buildings and in conservation areas are also covered in the consultation document.
Subject to the results of the consultation and any subsequent changes to the legislation, the department plans to produce a ‘planning policy statement on advertisements’ and a guidance booklet.
The consultation document can be downloaded from the government website {http://www.gov.im/Consultations.gov|Click here} and responses can be submitted through an online survey {http://www.snapsurveys.com/swh/surveylogin.asp?k=136843656244|here}
Responses to the consultation can also be posted to the address below. Mark your correspondence clearly with ‘Review of legislation relating to the control of advertisements’ and send to:
Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Building Control Division, Murray House, Mount Havelock, Douglas, IM1 2SF