13 June 2012
Self Builders should get in quick to avoid the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), according to advice from Ted Stevens, Chair of NaSBA.
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The government’s published impact assessment for the levy predicts that 75% of authorities will eventually adopt the levy – with around 50% by 2014, which could mean, depending on size, many self build projects could face substantial additional costs of up to £15,000.
Since going live in April, Self Build Portal and NaSBA has received many enquiries about the implications arising from the CIL on self builders. NaSBA has discussed the issue with officials at the Department of Communities and Local Government to seek clarification and complied a list of key questions and answers.
During a recent visit to Europe’s largest self build project at Almere in the Netherlands, Housing Minister Grant Shapps stated his intention to consult on the scope for a CIL exemption for custom build homes. However, while this news is promising, as no consultation has been issued, there are currently no guarantees for self builders.
Ted Stevens, NaSBA Chair, said: “We need to see the details of the Government’s proposals. In the meantime if you want to be sure of avoiding the charge, you need to get your planning application in as soon as possible.”
You can read the full answers here: CIL Q&A Top Tip
