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We have long fought for an improved system of local needs surveys that is carried out systematically and economically. In our opinion this need not be an onerous task, and if conducted methodically, it would lead the way to a more streamlined and cost effective route to the provision of affordable housing on small sites where it is genuinely needed.
The current situation is one where there is no preference given to affordable housing over private developments going through the planning process, making applications for funding even more problematic with timing and delivery being critical to successful bidding. |
