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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Nick Boles (Conservative) on Monday, 21 October 2013 on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.


Section 106 Agreements (Schools)

Question

If he will make it his policy that planning authorities ensure that Section 106 agreements produce adequate funds to finance the building of schools forming part of the planning approval when granting consents for major residential developments.

Answer

The national planning policy framework is clear that development should be sustainable, and that local authorities have a responsibility to make plans to provide the necessary infrastructure to meet the needs generated by new development.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
900568 
569 cc14-5 
Session
2013-14
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Planning obligations Schools
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk