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Written question asked by David Simmonds (Conservative) on Thursday, 12 September 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 October 2024. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Friday, 11 October 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Empty Dwelling Management Orders

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance her Department issues on the use of Empty Dwelling Management Orders by local authorities.

Answer

Local authorities can apply for an Empty Dwelling Management Order when a property has been empty for more than two years. This is subject to the production of evidence that the property has been causing a nuisance to the community and evidence of community support for the proposal.

Local authorities publish local guidance on how they use them. Similarly, local authorities can use Compulsory Purchase Orders to acquire empty properties, provided they can demonstrate the acquisition is in the public interest.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5691
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Local government Empty dwelling management orders
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk