Glossary Term

Appeal

Appeals are handled by the Planning Inspectorate where an Applicant can challenge any decision made by a Local Planning Authority (LPA). There are three routes:

  • – written representations 
  • – a hearing 
  • – Public Inquiry 

Appeals can also be made when the LPA fails to issue a decision within the timescales, or against conditions attached to a permission, or against the issue of an enforcement notice.

Your planning consultant will help you to assess the likelihood of a successful appeal and the right route if you decide to go ahead.

There is no third party right to appeal in England.