Local Enforcement Plan - Aims of the plan
The plan is intended to benefit both complainants and those responsible for a breach of planning control to ensure that planning enforcement operates in a consistent, balanced and proportionate manner and provides an efficient, effective and fair service.
It is the duty of the property owner, occupier or business operator to ensure all necessary consents have been obtained in order to carry out the work or activity they are considering, and it is important to engage with the Council as early as possible. Permission from the Planning Service (such as planning permission, listed building consent, or advertisement consent) is not the only consent that may be needed for a development. Dependent upon the nature of the development, Building Regulations Consent may be required for building works, or an alcohol licence, food registration certificate or HMO (Houses in Multiple Occupation) licence may be required for changes of use. This policy relates only to issues relevant to planning matters.
Aims of the service
The aims of the enforcement service are:
- to protect amenity
- to safeguard the built environment
- to uphold local planning policy
- to provide a high quality service to our customers
- to provide a speedy and effective service.