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Lack of data on collected vs. agreed developer contributions hinders understanding.
Recommendation
In its written evidence, the National Housing Federation explained that there is very little up-to-date information on the difference between the value of developer contributions that are agreed up front, and how much is subsequently collected. This makes it hard to understand the extent to which developers can negotiate down their contributions.10
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 19 January 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.
Source
Committee
Public Accounts Committee
Report
46th Report - Improving local areas through developer funding
17 Oct 2025
HC 886
Addressee Bodies
HM Treasury
Timeline
Recommendation age
0.9 yr
Report published
17 Oct 2025