The Building Safety Levy takes effect from 1 October 2026. The levy applies to new residential developments requiring building control approval. Developers must pay the levy before a completion certificate is issued. This affects landlords developing or converting residential properties.
The Building Safety Levy was introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022 and takes effect from 1 October 2026. The levy applies to new residential buildings requiring building control approval, with rates set by the government based on the location and type of development.
The levy must be paid before a completion certificate can be issued. This affects landlords who are building new residential properties, converting commercial buildings to residential use, or undertaking permitted development that requires building control sign-off.
The levy does not apply to development that obtained planning permission and building control approval before the commencement date, subject to transitional provisions. Landlords with ongoing development projects should review the transitional arrangements.
Action required
If you are planning any residential development or conversion requiring building control approval and completion after 1 October 2026, factor the Building Safety Levy into your project costs. Check the applicable rate for your project type.
Effective
1 October 2026
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