Frequently Asked Questions

What is affordable housing development?

Affordable Housing development is where land and funding are secured for the provision of affordable housing.

What are exception sites?

Exception sites are areas of land, which are outside of the village envelope. This land can only be used for the provision of affordable housing for the local residents of that village. The land cannot be sold for private housing developments.

For more information on developing an exception site follow the link below.

Developing an exception site

What is a Section 106 Agreement?

A Section 106 Agreement is the legal framework which sets out the terms and conditions for the provision of affordable housing and other facilities. This agreement is part of planning requirements that the Local Authority will have with the housing provider.

Who are the Homes & Communities Agency?

The Homes & Communities Agency (This link will open in a new window) (formerly known as The Housing Corporation) is the national housing and regeneration delivery agency for England, whose role is to create thriving communities and affordable homes. Their role is to create opportunity for people to live in high quality, sustainable places. They provide funding for affordable housing, bring land back into productive use and improve quality of life by raising standards for the physical and social environment.