Register of Derelict Buildings Bill

A Bill to require local authorities to publish a register of derelict buildings in their area; to make provision in respect of the preparation and maintenance of such registers; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

2 November 2023

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would require local authorities to create and publish a register of derelict buildings in their area, and to prepare and keep it up to date. It also includes related provisions to support these registers. The aim is to improve information about derelict properties and help with planning and decision-making.

Key Points

Local authorities must publish a register of derelict buildings in their area.
Authorities must prepare and maintain these registers.
Registers must be kept up-to-date.
The bill includes provisions for connected purposes related to the registers.
The measure aims to improve transparency and information for communities and decision-makers.

Progress

The Bill is currently at the 1st Reading in the House of Commons, beginning its passage through Parliament.

Who is affected?

Local authorities (councils) and their staffOwners and managers of derelict buildingsLocal residents and communities near derelict buildingsProperty developers and investorsPlanning and enforcement bodies

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

Register of Derelict Buildings Bill

26 Oct 2023

The 2022-2023 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.