Agenda item

The Council’s Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) came into effect in December 2014. The accompanying Regulation 123 list set out the types of Infrastructure which would be funded or part funded through CIL, including shared Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG).

The Regulatory Portfolio Holder proposed an amendment to the footnote to the Regulation 123 List to clarify the approach to CIL exempt residential uses so that these types of developments could discharge their requirement under the Habitats Regulations.

Members noted that payment for management and maintenance of SANG could be collected outside of CIL by use of a Unilateral Undertaking, as it did not fall within the definition of infrastructure.

Resolved, that an amendment be made to the Regulation 123 List footnote to ensure CIL exempt residential development can meet the requirements of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 by contributing to the management and maintenance of SANG.