A Bill to make provision to enable local authorities to establish planning obligations relating to affordable housing in respect of the conversion of commercial property to residential use; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
30 October 2023
The Bill would let local authorities require affordable housing as part of planning decisions when commercial properties are converted into homes. It creates a framework for planning obligations linked to such conversions so new residential schemes include affordable housing where possible, and covers related planning measures and administration.
The bill has been introduced and is at the first reading stage in the House of Commons; further stages will follow if it progresses.
Generated 21 February 2026
The 2022-2023 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
