Community Infrastructure Levy

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge made by local authorities on new developments in their area.

The amount charged will depend on the type of development and the area in which the development is taking place.

From 1 January (every year) our CIL rates will change in line with inflation.

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Some developers may also negotiate a Section 106 agreement with the local planning authority. These are private agreements that are also known as planning obligations.

Along with CIL, these legally binding agreements help us deliver the infrastructure needed in Buckinghamshire.

Read more about the Community Infrastructure Levy and who has to pay it on GOV.UK.

The Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended)

In accordance with Regulation 16 of the above Regulations, Buckinghamshire Council carried out a consultation from 14 April 2026 to 24 May 2026 on a proposed draft Charging Schedule for the Community Infrastructure Levy to apply to new development in the North and Central areas of Buckinghamshire (the former Aylesbury Vale district).

Following the consultation the Council’s Cabinet approved a Modified Draft Charging Schedule to be submitted for Public Examination.

In accordance with Regulation 19 of the above Regulations, and as of 28 October 2026, the Council has published a Statement of Modifications and gives notice of the Public Examination of the Modified Draft Charging Schedule, to be held on 28 January 2027, at the Paralympic Room, Buckinghamshire Council Offices, Gateway, Aylesbury HP19 8FF.

View notices, modifications and examination documents on YourVoiceBucks.

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Existing CIL charging schedules are already in place for the West, East and South areas of Buckinghamshire. These will continue to apply and are not open to change or comment.