Labour councils turn on Sadiq Khan’s housing plans
Summary
Several London councils have launched a Judicial Review challenge against the Mayor of London’s proposed reduction in the affordable housing quota from 35% to 20%. The claim argues that the change was made without the proper statutory process and without adequate consultation or evidence to justify a blanket reduction across London boroughs.
Why it matters
This is relevant to residential property surveyors because it may affect the policy context for housing delivery, scheme viability and affordable housing requirements in London. It also signals potential legal and planning uncertainty for development pipelines and valuation assumptions in the capital.
Key points
- Seven councils are backing the legal challenge, including several Labour-controlled authorities.
- The challenge targets the proposed cut in the affordable housing quota from 35% to 20%.
- Councils argue the Mayor did not follow the proper statutory process for amending the London Plan.
- The claim also alleges a lack of fair consultation and insufficient evidence for the policy change.
- Housing groups and some London MPs have criticised the proposed reduction.
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