NaCSBA calls on councils to remove Right to Build obstacles
The National Custom and Self Build Association, the voice of the self-build sector, has published an open letter calling for councils to remove the obstacles that are currently of the self-build sector, has published an open letter calling for councils to remove the obstacles that are currently preventing people from signing their local Right to Build register. Part of the Self and Custom Build Housebuilding Act 2015, Right to Build places a legal obligation on local authorities in England to maintain a list of people interested in self-building. And, importantly, ensure they have sufficient plots to meet demand.
While the legislation enables councils to set tests, some currently being implemented have been deemed unnecessary and unfair. For example, some local councils are restricting people from joining the register unless they have a mortgage offer in place, or can provide written confirmation of funds from a financial adviser.
Supported by the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries, NaCSBA's open letter asks local authorities to remove these hurdles, thereby enabling more would-be self-builders to benefit from Right to Build.
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The surface experts at Cosentino have launched a new stucco inspired collection that can be applied everywhere from floors to kitchen worktops and even the exterior of homes. The Dekton® Kraftizen range was designed to stand the test of time and is scratch, stain, UV, fire and heat-resistant for added durability. It's made from a mixture of more than 20 minerals, extracted from nature, and there are 59 surface colours to choose from. What's more, Cosentino offsets 100% of its CO₂ emissions over the entire product life cycle, making it the only cradle-to-grave carbon-neutral surface on the market. £450 per m².
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