‘Five Council’ Proposal Public Consultation

‘Five Council’ Proposal Public Consultation

Have your say on the future of councils in Essex.  Councils across Greater Essex are seeking public input on plans to replace the current Local Authority structure with fewer, larger unitary councils. 

Have your say in the consultation here

Exemption for Residential Extensions

Exemptions from the levy

A person is exempt from the liability to pay CIL in respect of development if they: 

  • own a material interest in the dwelling
  • occupies the dwelling as their sole residence; and
  • the development is a residential annex

What is a residential extension?

The development is a residential extension if it:

  • is an enlargement to the main dwelling (over 100sqm); and
  • does not comprise a new dwelling

How to apply

You'll need to:

EXEMPTION FOR RESIDENTIAL ANNEX CLAIMS WILL LAPSE WHERE:

  • The chargeable development to which it relates has commenced before the Charging Authority has notified the claimant of its decision of the claim.

Appeals

You have the right to appeal against a grant of relief to the Valuation Office Agency