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Planning Enforcement Frequently Asked Questions

I have received a letter from the Council saying that I am under investigation following a complaint alleging a breach of Planning legislation. Can you tell me who made the complaint?

Under the Data Protection Act, the identity of the complainant is always kept confidential and will not be disclosed.

What is Planning Enforcement?
What is a breach of planning control?
What is the purpose of the Enforcement Policy?
What are the Council’s Enforcement Priorities?
Can anyone make a complaint? Who can make a complaint?
What do I need to make a complaint?
What happens if a Planning Enforcement complaint is made against my property?
What happens when an enforcement notice is served?
What happens if an enforcement notice is not complied with?
Can I appeal against the Council’s Planning Enforcement decision?
I have received a letter from the Council saying that I am under investigation following a complaint alleging a breach of Planning legislation. Can you tell me who made the complaint?
What can the Council do about untidy land?
What happens if I report something to Planning Enforcement? What is the enforcement process? What can you expect from Council?
What is a Retrospective Application?
How long does an investigation take to complete?
How do I report someone using his or her own home to run a business?
I believe that a development is not being carried out in accordance with the approved plans. Who should I report this to?
I am aware of work being carried out that does not have Planning permission. Who should I report this to?

Contact Information:

By telephone: 01628 683 810

By post: Planning Enforcement, York Stream House, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1QS

Online: Enforcement Complaints on-line form.