Over 40,000 people are now on Right to Build registers, but this number may be far short of the real demand, as authorities fail to promote the lists while making it increasingly harder to join. NaCSBA research shows that, while in the first year of the scheme very few councils placed restrictions on joining, over one in four applications is now subject to a local connection test and/or monetary charge.
NaCSBA believes this is creating a postcode lottery and a domino effect by shifting activity towards councils who still maintain open applications. Michael Holmes, NaCSBA chair, said, “Through their actions, these local authorities are reducing the number of properties built and depriving individuals and families of the best and most costeffective route to a well-designed home of real quality and value.”