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If you build, buy or lease a structure and all construction contracts were signed on or after 29 October 2018, you may be able to claim tax relief.
When and how to tell neighbours about building works on party walls, what to do if you've been notified of works, how to come to an agreement
Check the availability and any issues affecting the DIY housebuilder scheme online service.
On 13 September 2023, the House of Lords voted against government proposals intended to unlock 100,000 homes between now and 2030 whilst protecting and improving the environment.
This guidance explains what the Community Infrastructure Levy is and how it operates.
Civilian housing options and advice available to serving personnel who are seeking or due to leave service
Councils across the country will be able to buy cheaper land to help build thousands more social and affordable homes.
Find out about buying a home through shared ownership. Read about who can apply, costs, paying rent, buying more shares and repairing and selling your home.
This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a proposed new building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Act 1984 (as amended by the Building Safety Act 2022) and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions)...
A new government equity loan for people who want to self build or custom build their own home.
Use this list to check if you can claim a fixed amount of tax relief (also known as 'flat rate expenses') for your work expenses if you're an employee.
The duties and competence requirements for building regulations that clients, designers and contractors must meet.
This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023. It relates to the definition of higher-risk...
Information on the National Underground Asset Register (NUAR).
The guidance explains the neighbourhood planning system introduced by the Localism Act, including key stages and considerations required.
What structural alterations are, when and how to apply for permission, how they may affect your home's value and what you owe on your equity loan.
A practical guide to utilities for home builders.
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