HOUSING: CONSULTATION, CONSULTATION, CONSULTATION

摘要

As the Localism Bill progresses through Parliament this year and consultations are concluded, the shape of the government's housing policy will become clearer. The bill aims to radically reform the planning process, giving neighbourhoods power to decide what gets built in their area. To encourage them to accept developments, they will be given a share of benefits such as matched council tax receipts for each home built. The results of consultations on this New Homes Bonus scheme, as well as on housing regulations, are expected soon. The "menu" of housing regulations for councils to choose from will also begin to take shape.