Issue - decisions

RESOLVED:

That the new Local Enforcement Plan 2022, be adopted.

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Planning, Regeneration and Infrastructure.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

The Portfolio Holder introduced the report and highlighted the importance of effective enforcement in ensuring confidence in the planning system.

In response to a question on the level of planning enforcement actions, it was confirmed that over 200 complaints were generally being investigated at any one time by the planning department.  A quarterly report to the Planning Committee was being considered as part of the monitoring process.