Harrow self-build register

Since 2019, we have been operating a two-part register.

• Part 1 of the register is for those who meet the local connection test. This includes both individuals and associations.
• Part 2 is all other applicants who meet the minimum requirements to be on the Register.

Legislation requires us to meet the 'baseline demand' for each annual baseline period. We need to meet this baseline within three years of each base period's end.

To meet our goal, we should grant enough planning permissions for self-build plots. This is to meet the demand as measured by the number of entries on Part 1 of the Register.

Entries on Part 2 of the register do not count towards demand for granting enough planning permissions. Local authorities must consider Part 2 of the register when planning and regenerating land.

Eligibility to be on the self-build register

There are fees to be on the register (both parts) and to be retained on it (for Part 1). Further details are set out below.

To apply to be on the self-build register, you must meet the following criteria. For association applicants, all members must qualify.

Minimum requirements

To be on the self-build register, you will need to be:

• aged 18 or older,
• a British citizen, national of an EEA country (other than the UK), or a national of Switzerland; and
• seeking, alone or with others, a serviced plot of land in Harrow for a self-build or custom-build home for your own use.

Applicants must also:

• Have access to enough financial resources to buy land in Harrow. Applications are evaluated individually for fairness. At least £250,000 is likely needed to buy a decent-sized plot of land in Harrow.
• Pay the registration fee (details below). Pay the fee only if the applicants are eligible to join the register. If applying as an association, all members must pay the fee.

Part 1 of the register – Local Connection

To join Part 1 of the register, applicants must have a local connection to Harrow. Applicants will need to be:

• Currently living in Harrow. Have lived in Harrow for two out of the last three years before making an application.
• Currently have paid work in Harrow working at least 16 hours per week. Must have worked continuously for at least three years before making an application.
• Currently serving in the regular armed forces. Or have served in the armed forces within the last three years before making an application.

Part 2 of the register

If you do not have a local connection but meet the minimum requirements you can still join Part 2 of the register.

Fees for being on the self-build register

• Fee for entry to Part 1 of the register: £100, with an annual retention fee of £50.
• Fee for entry to Part 2 of the register: £50 (payable once, no annual retention).