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…)

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

Members discussed the processes for improving customer satisfaction, gathering feedback and enhancing the customer experience as the new KPI Suite is introduced. (more…)

Councillors paid tribute to Sir Jack Petchey CBE, a former local resident, who passed away last month, just a few days short of his 99th birthday. (more…)