Section 106 and Community Infrastructure Levy Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)

This consultation closed 27th November 2024. The council is currently reviewing responses.

Purpose of this SPD

The purpose of this SPD is to set out how Section 106 obligations and CIL are used by the council. The SPD also contains details of the specific financial and non-financial obligations which may be required by new developments on-site or off-site

The Section 106 and CIL SPD will replace the existing Section 106 Obligations and CIL SPD (adopted in 2015 and updated in 2020).

What is Section 106?

A Section 106 (S106) is a legal agreement or deed, signed by the council and an applicant, developer or another party. They're generally required to address impacts that a development will have on its immediate area and to make it acceptable in planning terms.

It sets out what financial contributions will be paid to the council by the developer. It also sets out any additional, non-financial obligations or planning obligations they need to meet.

Financial contributions can be secured for a range of areas including transport, public realm or open space improvements. Non-financial obligations or planning obligations may include things such as a sustainable travel plan for occupiers, making use of local businesses, provision of employment and training opportunities or the provision of affordable housing.

What is Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)?

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) allows local authorities to raise funds from developers undertaking new development. It can be used to fund a wide range of local and strategic infrastructure to support growth in the borough.

CIL charges are based on the size and type of new development. Some developments receive CIL exemptions, such as affordable housing.

Supporting documents

Documents prepared in support of this SPD can be viewed on the council website. This includes documents such as the consultation plan, the Equality Impact Needs Assessment (EINA) and the draft viability assessment.

Further questions

Any further questions regarding the consultation should be emailed to the Planning Policy Team at planningpolicy@southwark.gov.uk