⚬ The revisions to the NPPF in 2021 extended the definition of affordable housing and confirmed the use of ‘First Homes’ as a tenure. We have continued to be involved in the appraisal of schemes with affordable housing of all available tenures, advising a wide range of clients on the impact on viability.

⚬ We continue to submit viability assessments that seek to enable the scheme to be delivered, in many cases settled with reduced or amended affordable housing provision.

⚬ We act on behalf of clients seeking to deliver 100% affordable housing schemes. We prepare and submit detailed assessments, challenging the assumption that such schemes can be delivered and provide significant s.106 contributions.