Question 9

Yes

Representation ID: 8297

Received: 30/11/2021

Respondent: Clarity Property Midlands

Agent: Mr Andrew Moger

There is no basis at all for determining self and custom build applications under Policy H3. Further, adopting this approach in an SPD would be unlawful.

Yes

Representation ID: 8302

Received: 05/12/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Jones

In the case of North Kilworth we pursued an innovative route in 2015 whereby the freehold interest in the affordable sites was vested in the Parish Council and the lease of 99 years was granted to an approved Housing Association. This route should be considered as a way of funding Parish Councils and reverting affordable homes back into "public" ownership at a point in the future.

No

Representation ID: 8341

Received: 17/12/2021

Respondent: William Davis

It is noted that the HEDNA is now five years old. Applicants should be able to propose off-site contributions.

Yes

Representation ID: 8353

Received: 17/12/2021

Respondent: LUTTERWORTH TOWN COUNCIL Parish Council

Yes. Local concern exists regarding the setting of rents in “affordable” housing. Rents of “no more than 80% of the Local Market Rent” may be appropriate in some areas but does not create affordability in others. Rising house prices in areas like Lutterworth merely drive up the local market rent, and while there are plans for a further 2,750 houses which in theory should dilute the market, a very high employment area with increasing employment opportunities gives an ongoing demand for new housing. With an average letting price in Lutterworth of £806 pcm currently, even 80% is hardly affordable.