Nearly 250 local authorities and registered providers have signed up to the Section 106 Affordable Housing Clearing Service since we launched it in late 2024, with the help of sector partners. They join 80 housebuilders, and counting.
The service aims to help facilitate and accelerate the sale of unsold Section 106 (s106) affordable homes across England (excluding London) by connecting housebuilders with registered providers and local authorities.
It’s essentially an online secure database that provides a single place for registered providers and local authorities to view s106 affordable homes recorded by developers.
We’re urging builders to continue their support by registering and, crucially, providing key details about affordable homes for which they have planning permission to build, but for which they are unable to find a buyer.
Where local authorities are aware of unsold s106 affordable homes in their area, we would encourage them to signpost housebuilders towards the service.
We know providers are spending time viewing details that sellers have inputted to the service, which was created thanks to feedback from ongoing sector engagement.
We know this new service is a small and relatively simple step within a much broader discussion on how to meet affordable housing challenges. We will continue to explore how else we can tackle the issue, but I’m heartened by the support the sector has shown for this measure so far. It’s key to maintaining momentum and realising impact.
By supporting greater visibility of opportunities, we hope a simple suggestion can make a positive difference to delivering new affordable homes and helping local authorities meet housing need.
Local authorities, registered providers and housebuilders can use our Section 106 Affordable Housing Clearing Service. Register to sell and buy Section 106 affordable homes on the government website, where you can find more information, our online registration form, and provide details for up to five users.
Once access is approved, you can use the service to either input details or view information. Thank you for your continued support.
- Homes England is a non-departmental public body that funds new affordable housing in England.