Important Notice: Building Safety Levy Implementation - October 2026
From 1 October 2026, the Building Safety Levy will apply to qualifying residential developments in England. This levy is designed to support building safety remediation and protect leaseholders from associated costs.
Key Points:
- Applies to developments of 10 or more dwellings
- Calculated per square metre of gross internal area, including communal spaces.
- Exemptions include affordable housing, care homes, and smaller developments.
- Payment must be made to the local authority before the final building control certificate is issued.
For full details and guidance, please visit the official government page: Building Safety Levy: Guidance - Guidance - GOV.UK.