Item6Appendix3Circular10_2009_PlanningEnforcement

This document contains Circular 10/2009 from the Scottish Government regarding planning enforcement. It outlines the government's commitment to an effective planning system and details the enforcement powers available to planning authorities under the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997, as amended. The circular replaces a previous version (4/1999) and provides guidance on various enforcement actions, including time limits, notices, rights of entry, and penalties. It covers a range of scenarios, such as unauthorized development, breaches of conditions, and enforcement charters, aiming to help authorities address planning control issues effectively and fairly.