South Staffordshire Council issues an enforcement notice to rebuild the Crooked House pub, an 18th-century British landmark, within three years after its unlawful demolition due to arson.

South Staffordshire Council has issued an enforcement notice to the owners of the Crooked House pub, a historic 18th-century British landmark in Himley, central England, requiring them to rebuild the structure within three years to its pre-fire state. The pub was demolished unlawfully in August after a fire, which is being treated as arson, and the council is working with the police and other partners to investigate the incident and potential planning and building control breaches. The council leader, Councillor Roger Lees BEM, stated that they have not taken the action lightly and are committed to restoring the Crooked House to its former glory.

February 27, 2024
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