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https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/data-protection-and-freedom-of-information/freedom-of-information-advice/freedom-of-information-responses/

Last updated: 05/11/2024 12:23:48

Types of relief Affordable (social) housing Any social housing included within a development is eligible to claim exemption from liability to pay CIL....Social housing relief has a clawback period of 7 years. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/developer-contributions/available-cil-relief/

Last updated: 10/06/2025 09:30:13

Use the interactive map to:Search by address or postcodeClick on a site to see which planning policies are mapped and applyView the Local Plan layers that are mapped and site allocation layers togetherInteractive Local Plan Policies MapSaved policiesSome policies from previous local plans and minerals and waste plans remain saved and continue to form part of the development plan. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/adopted-cornwall-local-plan-strategic-policies-2010-2030/

Last updated: 08/07/2026 19:45:22

You will need to tell us: Your National Insurance Number or Housing benefit claim number About your income (and your partner's if you have one) About any savings you have (and your partner's if you have one) The money you pay out (and your partner if you have one) About your health and any medical circumstances or disabilities that you have Why you need extra help with your council tax How much help can I get?

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/council-tax-support/exceptional-relief/

Last updated: 21/05/2026 12:41:52

Shared Ownership homes are usually provided by housing associations....If you want to sell, you should go directly to the housing association to whom you pay your service fee to.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/affordable-housing/selling-your-affordable-home/

Last updated: 13/07/2026 06:38:49

There is no need for you to visit us, ring us or write to us – you can view and manage your benefits account on line at a time that suits you: View your claim details Complete and submit a new benefit claim See how your benefits are worked out See when your next housing benefit payments are due View benefit letters and sign up to receive future letters electronically     Log into Self Service - Your benefits account online New users - register for self service Fill in your details on the registration page:Registration pageYou will need to tell us : Your account number, claim reference or Landlord creditor number (on your bill or benefit letter) Your e-mail address To sign up follow the link above and complete a short registration form.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/manage-your-benefit-claim-online/

Last updated: 27/05/2026 11:58:39

Help with renting in Cornwall If you are struggling to find or keep suitable housing (for example served an eviction notice), Cornwall Council provides advice and support including: housing options and homelessness prevention support for private renters Housing support and options in Cornwall

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/renters-rights-act-2025/renters-rights-act-2025-information-for-tenants/

Last updated: 01/05/2026 09:05:48

The terms are:Reference to sale at a percentage of open market value and removal of any reference to a restricted price based on local earnings.A clause which allows the owner to sell the property to any purchaser regardless of housing need or local connection (but still at the discounted price) after 90 days of advertising.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/affordable-housing/understanding-your-section-106-agreement/

Last updated: 15/06/2026 08:37:27

This might be:  Your landlord  A managing agent  A housing provider  The building owner      2.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/business-fire-safety/residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps/

Last updated: 23/03/2026 09:13:20

It replaces these benefits with one monthly payment: Housing Benefit Income Support (IS) Jobseekers Allowance (JSA) Income related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA IR) Child Tax Credit Working Tax Credit Any new claim to one of these benefits will trigger a claim to Universal Credit instead....Universal Credit covers housing costs for many people but not all. ...You’ll need to claim Housing Benefit to help with your rent: If you live in supported or temporary housing If you are State Retirement Pension age If you receive any benefit which includes a Severe Disability Premium For more information on Universal Credit please visit the Department for Work and Pensions website.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/council-tax-support/can-universal-credit-help-to-pay-my-council-tax/

Last updated: 08/11/2023 11:28:06