Apply for rule 6 status on an enforcement or lawful development certificate appeal
How interested parties with a substantive case can apply to the Secretary of State for Rule 6 status at an inquiry (an enforcement appeal or a certificate of lawful use or development appeal).
Applies to England
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Update history
2025-12-01 08:00
These updates reflect:• The new PINS postal address• Changes to the Planning Aid website link
2024-09-12 10:32
Guide updated to include a reference to the new AI guide.
2024-08-06 13:16
• Take account of the changes to enforcement brought in by the LURA• Replace the customer email address with the customer form• Replace ‘DLUHC’ with ‘MHCLG’
2022-12-21 10:07
Guidance updated following changes to processes after Covid, all references to Covid removed
2022-04-21 13:39
This guide has been updated to remove unnecessary duplication and become easier to follow. This is in line with the Inspectorate’s approach to making our content more user focussed.