We have a duty to investigate complaints about building work and the uses of buildings, which may have been undertaken without planning permission.  We have two full time enforcement officers who will investigate all complaints received. 

When you make a complaint we will need to know:

- The Precise Location of the site or property to which the complain relates
- The exact nature of the concern
- If possible the identity of the person/organisation responsible for the alleged breach
- When the breach began

In all cases you will be asked to give your name and address.  Your details will be held in confidence and not disclosed, as stated in the Data Protection Act 1998.  If you wish to be remain anonymous you should submit your complaint through your local member or parish council.

If you suspect a breach of planing control, click here to use our online reporting form.

You should be aware that in the event of the matter proceeding to appeal or to Court you may be asked to give evidence and we will not be able to withhold your details. 

We will endeavour to keep you informed of the outcome of our investigation but it should be realised that once a breach of planning control has been identified it can be a lengthy process to resolve the problem.

If you wish to contact our Enforcement Section with a complaint you can.  The form below is available for you to download to assist with your complaint:

In writing: Enforcement Section                 
               Planning Services                      
               Kelham Hall
               Newark
               Nottinghamshire 
               NG23 5QX

Tel: 01636 655831/655832/655907      e-mail: planning@nsdc.info

Related links and further information:
Working in partnership with the Planning Portal, Planning Casework Service, you can now submit and view appeals online - general public website or planning professionals website (external links).

If you have been served with a copy of an enforcement notice, further information can be found on both the Planning Portal and Planning Inspectorate websites.