Mr J had permission to build a new house on a spectacular sloping site. A neighbour complained that the house had been built too far up the slope and threatened the Council with Judicial Review if it granted permission for the house as built. We advised Mr J in his dealings with the Council and were able to put forward arguments which ensured the permission was not lost. 
Mr G's permission for major alterations to his house had conditions attached, including a requirement for the Environment Agency to approve the scheme because neighbours had raised concerns about flooding. He submitted the necessary report and started work, only to be told that he must stop and apply for permission all over again. Delay had significant financial implications both in terms of contractors and because Mr F's family were having to stay in rented accommodation. We took up the issue with the Council and secured the Environment Agency's approval with record speed.
Mr and Mrs L bought some land from a farmer. They knew they weren't allowed to make it part of their garden so introduced planting so that the two parts were separated by a line of trees and bushes. The Council were not happy and threatened them with enforcement action unless they put up a fence. We took up the matter on Mr and Mrs L's behalf and persuaded them that no fence was necessary so long as Mr and Mrs L gave a formal undertaking not to use the land as part of their garden. As a result the beautiful open view from the house was preserved.