Traveller site construction 'in breach of law'
Summary
Uttlesford District Council in Essex has ordered a stop to construction on a traveller site that began over a holiday weekend without permission. The council issued a temporary stop notice and is investigating reports that building continued after the deadline.Key Facts
- Construction started on a traveller site in Willows Green, Essex, during the May Day Bank Holiday weekend.
- Uttlesford District Council issued a temporary stop notice, effective from 9:00 am on Wednesday until June 30.
- The landowner has said they stopped work and want to follow the council’s instructions.
- The council said continuing work after the stop notice is a criminal offence that can lead to court fines.
- Local residents saw lorries delivering materials like fencing and septic tanks late on Friday.
- The Conservative MP for the area said the travellers were trying to exploit the system.
- A campaigner noted that some people build first and ask for planning permission later because they believe they have no choice.
- Council papers show 35 traveller pitches are needed in the district.
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