Housing, planning and environment news

Epping Forest District Council (EFDC) is excited to announce the launch of its tenant satisfaction measures (TSM’s) survey; giving you the opportunity to share your thoughts on how it is doing. (more…)

Naisha Polaine has announced that she is stepping down as director of Harlow & Gilston Garden Town (HGGT). (more…)

A programme of home improvements aimed at reducing energy bills for our council tenants is underway in the Epping Forest district. (more…)

Garden Town Director, Naisha Polaine, has welcomed the news that both Harlow Council and Epping Forest District Council have adopted cross-boundary master planning guidance for over 3,000 homes in East of Harlow. (more…)

North Essex Councils join forces to respond to the government’s National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) consultation. (more…)

An Outline Planning Application (EPF/1793/24) has been submitted for the proposed Latton Priory development, and consultation on the plans is now open. (more…)

Costs of £89,000 have been paid to Epping Forest District Council in the successful prosecution of the landowner who felled 132 trees at the Debden Hall Estate in 2021. (more…)

Scrutiny role of councillors highlighted at the Cabinet. (more…)

Mr Sukh Chamdal has been ordered to pay a £300,000 fine after pleading guilty to felling 132 trees at the Debden Hall Estate in 2021. (more…)

Councillors met for a special meeting to consider the proposed changes to the council’s planning decision-making, following a review from the Planning Advisory Service. (more…)