Purpose

The report recommends that Cabinet adopt the Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Guidance Note to be published as guidance and afforded weight as a material consideration in the planning process. The guidance note has been prepared to provide detail and clarification on the self-build and custom housebuilding process and provide information on how the Council will support the delivery of serviced plots and provide sources of further information and advice.

Decision

That Cabinet noted the report and:

i)               Adopted the Self-Build and Custom Housebuilding Guidance Note to be published as guidance and afforded weight as a material consideration in the planning process; and

ii)              Delegated authority to the Assistant Director of Planning in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Planning, Legal and Asset Management to approve and publish any minor changes to the Self-Build and Custom Housebuilding Guidance Note, prior to its publication.