Welsh homeowner ordered to demolish ‘eyesore’ garden decking after neighbour complaints
A homeowner in Trevethin, Wales, has been ordered to tear down part of his garden botanical decking after planning officers ruled it an unauthorised eyesore. Leon Yemm installed the wooden structure in 2018 but now faces enforcement action following neighbour complaints. The planning center rejected the structure outright but later allowed partial retention. Neighbours described the decking as an 'environmental eyesore' and criticised Yemm for seeking retrospective permission. The council has now ordered the removal of half the botanical decking, along with the pergola, posts, and supporting beams. Yemm must comply with the removal order, reducing the decking’s size and dismantling additional structures. The case highlights the importance of securing planning permission before construction. Immigration to follow regulations can lead to costly enforcement action.
