The Housing Forum’s Post

What is a Housing and Productivity Contribution? The Housing and Productivity Contribution replaces the previous Special Infrastructure Contribution (SIC) in the NSW planning legislation. Read more… https://lnkd.in/gFK7Yphz

In the updated National Planning Policy Framework issued on 30 July, Angela Rayner will reintroduce mandatory housing targets with a view of achieving a yearly housing goal of 370,000 new homes. https://lnkd.in/evRGA_rh The housebuilding industry was correct in quickly expressing support for the government’s reforms. The Home Builders Federation and more than 30 housebuilders confirmed they were ready to deliver high quality and affordable homes in line with the governments emerging targets. https://lnkd.in/eD2vNX2n However, to deliver this eye watering number of new homes, the government is expecting other stakeholders to contribute. These include the Directedly elected mayors in England, Devolved administrations, Housing Associations and, interestingly, Councils. These public sector and quasi-public sectors authorities should ensure delivery of affordable housing – particularly much needed affordable rented homes. One sector which will play a key role in delivering these new homes will be SME housebuilders and developers. They play a key role in building houses in smaller or more-challenging sites. In the 1980s, SME housebuilders delivered 39% of all homes built in England. #Housing #Affordable housing #Housing Development #Regeneration

So the NPPF has arrived. There will be plenty of excellent summaries out there so I won't attempt this myself. Whether or not you agree with everything in it, it's great to see housing provision and Green Belts generating so much debate. Yesterday Jeremy Vine's Radio 2 show was talking about the cost of renting and today they were talking about the NPPF and housing targets. The debate should shift away from simply pro-development vs anti-development and address the problems of those people trying to find/buy an affordable home. Housing delivery isn't all down to planning but it has a massive part to play. The new NPPF is bold, may prove controversial and who knows if it will deliver the outcome they hope for but fair play to the Government in tackling this issue head on. #planning #nppf https://lnkd.in/eMbUySqJ

One Billion Dollars in next weeks #budget to be spent on New #SocialHousing infrastructure. A shift away from construction of the dwellings themselves. Rather the federal government will invest in #LandDevelopment instead of building and Construction.  This shift occurs in a once in a decade decline in private housing #construction with historically high #interestrates deviation of private dwelling construction.  https://lnkd.in/gEe5fRcB

Green belt policy has been criticised for reducing the amount of land available for building and therefore pushing up house prices. Coming new planning rules from the UK government will improve the situation and support new housing developments with LCTs (Low Carbon Technologies). "..The new planning rules, updated via the National Planning Policy Framework, will also introduce a "common-sense approach" to the greenbelt.."  #ukhousingpolicy #climateaction #ukpolicy #ukeconomy #ukhousingtargets #lowcarbontechnologies #netzero #renewableenergy #heatdecarbonisation #evcharging

The Deputy Prime Minister unveiled exciting proposals today aimed at fixing the planning system, boosting the economy, and getting Britain building again. Here are the key highlights: Housing - Mandatory Housing Targets for all Councils: Aim to deliver 1.5 million homes over the next five years. -Up-to-Date Plans: Local Planning Authorities need to keep their plans current and plan for the number of homes needed. - Long-Term Strategy: A comprehensive housing strategy will be released ‘in the coming months’. - Affordable Housing: A renewed emphasis on increasing social and affordable housing. Green Belt/Grey Belt - Meeting Housing Targets: If councils can't meet their housing targets, they will need to review their Green Belt land and prioritise 'grey belt'. - Green Belt Boundary Changes: Exceptional circumstances for altering Green Belt boundaries now include where an authority cannot meet its needs for housing, commercial or other development. - Defining Grey Belt: Previously developed land and any other parcels and/or areas of Green Belt land that make a limited contribution to the five Green Belt purposes, but excluding those areas or assets listed in Footnote 7. - Green Belt Release: Any land released from the Green Belt for housing must deliver at least 50% affordable homes. The Deputy Prime Minister is committed to this mission, stating its “not just a professional responsibility but a moral obligation to see more homes built”, confirming that she will intervene if necessary including taking over an authority’s plan making. Big changes are on the horizon. Will they drive the housing growth needed to strengthen our economy? The consultation is now open and runs until 24 September 2024. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ea4Qk23q

The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) has undergone significant revisions to some key planning policies, aimed at addressing the UK's housing shortage and streamlining development processes. Key changes include: 1. Housing Targets – Local planning authorities once again have mandatory targets for the number of new homes they need to build. 2. 'Grey Belt' Land for Development – Where land in the Green Belt does little to contribute to the designation’s ‘core purposes’, it will be classified as Grey Belt. This allocation will be important when considering development potential. 3. Affordable Housing Emphasis – The NPPF pushes for the the provision of new housing with tenures for affordable housing focusing on social rented housing. 4. Strengthened Green Belt Protections with Flexibility – Three ‘Golden Rules’ have been introduced requiring development in the Green Belt to contribute to infrastructure, affordable housing and greenspace. 5. Land Supply & Transitional Arrangements – Five-year housing supplies have been restored for local planning authorities and the penalties for falling short have increased. These changes are designed to accelerate housing delivery, while addressing affordability, and will be relevant to all those considering development in the future. Further details can be found via the link below. https://lnkd.in/d_wMqrcK

With a new government in office, asking the question of whether a shift in funding could tackle the housing crisis and support housing associations’ call for a long-term approach is key. The case for reclassifying housing as significant national infrastructure. https://lnkd.in/eRMvz7CS #UKHousing #HousingAssociations

Homes and infrastructure will be built by reforming the “clogged-up” and “creaking” local planning system, the deputy PM said today. Planning committees could be bypassed and decisions fast-tracked in a sweeping overhaul to get Britain building. Stimulating economic growth and delivering the promised 1.5m homes to tackle the housing crisis being the drivers. Today’s announcement paves the way for the big reveal later this week of changes to England’s planning rulebook. Proposed developments that comply with local plans and the new national planning policy framework (NPPF) should move from the drawing board and onto site quicker. Has planning ever been so exciting? #infrastructure #housing