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Derelict Land: Community Land Trusts

Asked by Edward MorelloLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 7 May 2025UIN 47540

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what funding options are available to community land trusts for (a) site remediation and (b) preliminary infrastructure work following the abolition of the Derelict Land Grant.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

The government recognises the value of Community Land Trusts in developing homes for local communities.

Community Land Trusts can apply for funding through a range of existing programmes, including the Brownfield Land Release Fund and the Affordable Homes Programme.

The Department continues to engage with the sector and keeps funding options under review to support community-led housing delivery.

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