Government tells councils to consider affordable housing ‘covenants’ for BTR schemes

By Helen Crane2018-09-14T16:11:00

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Councils should consider applying covenants that require owners of build-to-rent developments to make more affordable housing contributions if they offer units for private sale soon after completion, according to new government planning guidance.

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