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Planning and building control in Havering news
Havering Local Planning Authority to seek approval for consultation on proposed LDO for East Havering Data Centre
The Havering Local Planning Authority (LPA) has published formal reports ahead of a Strategic Planning Committee meeting on Tuesday 3 March 2026.
Council strongly opposes Government’s proposed London Emergency Housing Package
Havering Council has issued a robust objection to the Government’s proposed London Emergency Housing Package, warning that the measures would have “extremely damaging and long lasting consequences”.
Planning Inspector Upholds Council Enforcement Action Against Unlawful Outbuilding Conversion
The Planning Inspectorate has upheld an enforcement notice in relation to the unauthorised use of an outbuilding as a separate residential dwelling in the rear garden at Homeway, Romford.
Council’s HMO Enforcement Actions in Romford Upheld by Inspector
The Council has taken successful enforcement action against two properties in Bell Avenue and Park Drive, Romford, after the owners changed them to homes of multiple occupation (HMO) without consent.
Council takes swift enforcement action at Noak Hill site
The Council has taken rapid and robust action in response to the unauthorised traveller pitches on Church Road, Noak Hill.