The new CIL regs. contains a definition of "clawback period" for both residential annexes and self-build housing of three years. No "clawback period" is referred to for house extensions. However the clawback period for all other purposes is 7 years.
Reg 42 similarly differentiates between residential annexes and extensions with Reg 42A and B referring to both and Reg 42C only referring to annexes. So far so good.
However the new "Self Build Annexe or Extension Claim Form" on the Planning Portal refers to both annexes and extensions and asks at section C for all boxes to be ticked and the applicant to declare that the main dwelling is their sole or main residence and will be occupied for a period of 3 years from completion of the annexe / extension. Is this right? This doesn't seem to reflect the legislation.
I think we need a separate form for extensions whereby the applicant only needs to confirm it is their main dwelling. Do we even need them to do this?
Posted on behalf of Moira White, Planning Practice Manager, Broadland District Council
