Northamptonshire pub told to stop to all unauthorised works after breaching planning control
The Griffin in Higham Ferrers has been issued a notice to stop all works, as planning permission had not been granted.
A notice was posted on the door of the property in Higham Ferrers’ High Street, stating there has been a breach of planning control, and all works must be stopped immediately.
A North Northants Council spokesman said: “We can confirm a Listed Building Temporary Stop Notice was served on the site in early April, which required an immediate stop to all unauthorised works.
“This notice remains in effect.
“We have received assurances from both the site owner and leaseholder that no further works will recommence until the necessary planning permission and Listed Building Consent have been granted, including any required guidance or conditions set by the council have been agreed and adhered to.”
The Griffin announced it would shut its doors in August 2024, and since then has seen internal renovation, alteration, and reconfiguration involving, but not limited to, the removal of internal walls which ‘affect the character of the listed building as one of special architectural and historic interest.