Ms Jay is hoping she can secure permission to change the use of the land to a traveller site (Image: Newsquest)The planning application at Otterwood Kennels in Saham Toney, near Shipdham, has been lodged with Breckland Council.

Lisa Jay, who lives at the site with her son, has resided on the land off Dereham Road for more than 15 years.

She said the new caravans, most of which are currently empty, had been intended for family members to join them.

Despite having been issued with an enforcement notice requiring the caravans to be removed, after the number increased to 23 earlier this year, the family has now launched a formal bid to remain.

It is due to take effect in October and will require the family to clear the site and permanently cease living on it within six months.

The application will be considered by the planning department at Breckland Council in........

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