Tag: Retrospective planning application

Council Enforcement Notice letter delivered to a residential property with modern extension and backyard garden

Council Enforcement Notice for Extension – What Homeowners Should Do

May 6, 2026 No Comments

If you’ve received a Council Enforcement Notice for an extension, act quickly and calmly. This guide explains what the notice means, typical reasons councils take action, your options (comply, appeal, or regularise), and the practical steps to take next. Learn what evidence and drawings you’ll need to reduce stress and avoid escalation.

UK homeowner holding plans for a retrospective planning application in front of a semi-detached house with extension, illustrating retrospective planning permission process.

Retrospective Planning Permission – How It Works

April 13, 2026 No Comments

Retrospective planning permission is a standard planning application made after work has already started or finished. This guide explains when you need it, how the process works, typical costs and timelines, and what happens if it’s refused. Learn the safest steps to reduce enforcement risk and move your project forward.