Comment
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Preliminary Draft Charging Schedule and Regulation 123 List
Representation ID: 21704
Received: 25/09/2014
Respondent: Rye Town Council
Rye Town Council notes that the proposals are in the upper part of the band being set by other Charging Authorities. It is particularly concerned that high rates of CIL do not discourage development (reducing employment opportunities and local tax revenues) by increasing the cost (freehold/leasehold) of commercial property.
Rye Town Council considers that the charge applicable to developments for which it is know that the supply does not meet demand and there is a proven social need (for example, residential care homes) should be reduced.
Rye Town Council recommends that the rate level is reconsidered at a lower level.
Rye Town Council notes again that the proposed charges are in the upper part of the band being set by other Charging Authorities. It is particularly concerned that high rates of CIL do not discourage development (reducing employment opportunities and local tax revenues) by increasing the cost (freehold or leasehold) of commercial property.
Rye Town Council considers that the charge applicable to developments for which it is know that the supply does not meet demand and there is a proven social need (for example, residential care homes) should be reduced.
Rye Town Council recommends that the rate level is reconsidered at a lower level.