Community Infrastructure Levy information
Find out what the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is and what current developments it applies to.
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a source of funding from new development that will help support local infrastructure.
Funding raised through the levy can be used to pay for improvements such as parks, play spaces, education, health facilities and the transport network. The levy also supports development that ensures future housing and employment growth envisaged in its local plan can be accommodated sustainably.
The London Borough of Islington charging schedule was approved on 26 June 2014 following an examination of the council’s proposals. It came into effect on 1 September 2014.
The levy applies to CIL-liable developments granted planning permission on or after 1 September 2014.
See current developments subject to Community Infrastructure Levy in Islington (PDF).
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CIL in detail
Find out more about the levy on the GOV.uk website.
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Do you need to pay the CIL in Islington?
See what types of property development qualifies for CIL.
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Calculate your CIL costs
Find out how much you'll need to pay for your development.
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How to pay CIL
Information about how to pay your costs.