The High Court

The only way you can appeal against the Inspector's decision is in the High Court. To be successful, you would have to show that the Inspector misinterpreted the law.

If your challenge is successful they will look at your appeal again. But this doesn't

necessarily mean that the original decision will be reversed. The Inspector may come to the same decision again but for different reasons.

If you are going to challenge the Inspector's decision, you must apply to the High Court within six weeks of the date of the appeal decision. The Planning Inspectorate will send you a leaflet explaining this right with the Inspector's decision.

If you want to challenge the reasons for making a decision, you can apply for judicial review. Judicial review is the name for the way that the Courts in England make sure that Government ministers and departments use their powers properly.