An interim injunction has been secured relating to land off Woodhouses Road, Burntwood, as part of ongoing action to address unauthorised development on the site.
The injunction, granted by the High Court of Justice in Birmingham, takes immediate effect and is intended to maintain the current position on the land while legal proceedings continue.
The order prevents any further unauthorised development or further occupation of the site.
Following a request from the defendants, the court granted two limited exceptions to the injunction.
These allow for the reinstatement of a basic water supply to the land and the erection of two wooden sheds to provide toilet, shower, washing and storage facilities.
No other construction, development works or stationing of additional caravans is permitted under the terms of the injunction.
Councillor Richard Cox, Cabinet Member for Community and Public Protection at Lichfield District Council, said:
“We understand residents have been concerned about activity on this site and want reassurance that the council is taking action.
“Since becoming aware of the unauthorised development, the council has continued to pursue the appropriate planning and legal processes available to us. Securing this interim injunction is a significant step and demonstrates our commitment to ensuring planning regulations are upheld.
“We will continue to monitor the site closely and take appropriate action where necessary to ensure compliance with the terms of the injunction.”
As legal proceedings remain ongoing, the council is unable to comment further at this stage.