Planning Policy Guidance 18: Enforcing Planning Control

Planning Policy Guidance 18 (PPG18) introduces new and improved enforcement powers given to local planning authorities (LPAs) by the Planning and Compensation Act 1991, and outlines the general approach to enforcement.

• Published: 20 December 1991
• Site: Planning, building and the environment

Summary

Planning Policy Guidance 18 (PPG18) introduces new and improved enforcement powers given to local planning authorities (LPAs) by the Planning and Compensation Act 1991.

The note outlines the general approach to enforcement, including the primary responsibility of LPAs in the matter and the decisive issue of whether a breach of planning control would unacceptably affect public amenity or the existing use of land and buildings meriting protection in the public interest.

Planning Policy Guidance 18: Enforcing Planning Control