A slightly unusual question from someone who's asked me for advice, let's call them 'X'.
X has built something in their rear garden which (presumably) a neighbour has complained about to the Local Authority (LA). The LA sent around a planning officer, who (in writing) has said as follows, though I am summarising what I read
- The use, footprint and height of the outbuilding are fine
In fails in one minor respect
Strictly speaking it needs retrospective planning permission (and that is what the communication formally requires)
The council is unlikely to take enforcement action if no retrospective planning permission is sought
The last point is made informally and without prejudice by the planning officer.
The question that 'X' in context has is
- If they choose not to immediately apply for retrospective planning permission*, and
Against the odds, the council chooses to take enforcement action, could they
Belatedly apply for retrospective planning permission?
Regards, Newroad
* which appears to be what is hinted at/suggested