Interim policy statements (IPS)
First homes local eligibility criteria
From 28 December 2021, all local authorities are required to implement the First Homes national policy. One quarter (25%) of the required affordable housing units on each development, will now be brought forward as First Homes.
These new homes are discounted at 30% below the market sale price. In addition to mandatory national criteria, the Council has approved local eligibility criteria. The local eligibility criteria are published in the Interim Policy Statement (IPS).
Read the full First Homes Local Eligibility Criteria IPS
Local labour policy
An Interim Policy Statement has been adopted by the Council on 22 January 2024 to supplement Local Plan Core Strategy Policy CS10, to help maximise employment, skills and learning opportunities for the locals of the Rotherham borough.
The Council will require applicants and developers to provide information as part of the planning application on how the proposed scheme can meet the policy requirement.
The Local Labour Agreement is specifically aimed at major schemes and development that would generate more than 15 full-time jobs, from the construction phase through to its operational use. It will also look to ensure local people have access to learning, the best opportunities and the skills needed, to improve skills and employment opportunities in Rotherham.
Read the full Local Labour Policy IPS
Download the Local Labour Agreement Template
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