Planning Enforcement
Councils are currently reviewing planning enforcement actions and benchmarking services to improve compliance with regulations.
Bromley's Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to discuss planning enforcement actions in September 2026. Separately, Merton Council confirmed an Article 4 Direction in September 2026, requiring planning permission for small Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) across 13 wards, which impacts future enforcement scope.
Croydon Council decided in July 2025 to benchmark its Planning Enforcement services against other local authorities. This followed a recommendation from the Streets & Environment Sub-Committee and a Cabinet decision, aiming to enhance monitoring and find more equitable funding solutions.
Key facts
- Croydon Council decided in July 2025 to benchmark its Planning Enforcement services against other local authorities. Source
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