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Five new ways to improve housing delivery

Written by: Maryanne Bowring 16/12/2020
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Addressing Concerns Over Housing Distribution

In August, the Government’s planning consultation was criticized for proposing housing delivery that heavily favored the South East of England while overlooking urban areas. The algorithm used to determine housing need appeared to contradict the Government’s "levelling up" agenda, which aims to distribute development more evenly across the country.

A Shift Towards Towns, Cities, and Brownfield Sites

To address these concerns, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has unveiled new plans that focus on development in urban areas and brownfield sites, ensuring that more investment reaches regions like the Midlands and Greater Manchester.

Key Changes to Housing Policy

The Government has announced several major initiatives:

  • The ‘80/20 rule’ will be revised to ensure housing delivery is more fairly distributed across England, rather than being concentrated in London and the South East.
  • A £100 million Brownfield Land Release Fund will support development on previously used land, estate regeneration, and self/custom builds.
  • A new Urban Centre Recovery Task Force has been established to advise on the regeneration of towns and city centres.
  • £67 million in funding will be allocated to the West Midlands and Greater Manchester to boost brownfield development.
  • Over the next five years, £12 billion will be invested in affordable housing, including through the Affordable Homes Programme.

A Focus on Family Homes and Urban Regeneration

These proposals place a stronger emphasis on building family homes in cities. Planning authorities are encouraged to:

  • Maximize the use of vacant buildings and underused land.
  • Deliver more appropriately sized homes for families.
  • Prioritize brownfield sites to protect green spaces from unnecessary development.

Boosting Local Economies and High Streets

By encouraging more homes in England’s 20 largest cities and urban centers, these changes could revitalize local economies. Increased housing will:

  • Support jobs in the construction industry.
  • Increase footfall in struggling high streets.
  • Help regenerate urban areas by repurposing unused commercial spaces into homes, making cities more vibrant and livable.

This new approach aims to strike a balance between meeting housing demand and protecting the environment while ensuring economic benefits for communities across England.

Addressing Housing Distribution: A New Focus on Urban Areas and Brownfield Sites

The UK Government’s new housing policy aims to better distribute development across the country, shifting focus to urban areas and brownfield sites. Key changes include revising the housing delivery algorithm, a £100 million fund for brownfield development, and £12 billion investment in affordable housing. The plan prioritizes family homes, urban regeneration, and boosting local economies by repurposing vacant spaces, revitalizing high streets, and creating construction jobs. This approach aligns with the Government's "levelling up" agenda while protecting green spaces.



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