Chelmsford
East Of England
In 2024/25, Chelmsford received £10.6 million in Section 106 developer contributions, spent £11.4 million, and held £8.9 million in unspent balances.
S106 Received
£10.6 million
2024/25
S106 Spent
£11.4 million
S106 Held
£8.9 million
% Spent
1%
CIL Received
£2 million
CIL Spent
£14.1 million
CIL Held
£10 million
Breakdown by Purpose (2024/25)
| Purpose | Received | Spent | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Housing | £0 | £1.3 million | £3 million |
| Education | £0 | £0 | £138,781 |
| Highways & Transport | £0 | £1.3 million | £289,853 |
| Open Space & Recreation | £0 | £45,317 | £1.6 million |
| Health | £0 | £379,903 | £550,595 |
| Other | £0 | £8.4 million | £3.4 million |
Trend Over Time
| Year | Received | Spent | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 | £10.6 million | £11.4 million | £8.9 million |
| 2021/22 | £4.6 million | £1.5 million | £10.8 million |
| 2019/20 | £0 | £0 | £0 |
What is Section 106?
Under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, developers pay contributions to local councils to offset the impact of new developments. This money funds affordable housing, schools, roads, parks, and health facilities. Read our complete guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Section 106 money has Chelmsford collected?
In 2024/25, Chelmsford received £10.6 million in Section 106 contributions.
Does Chelmsford charge CIL?
Yes, Chelmsford charges the Community Infrastructure Levy in addition to Section 106 contributions.
Where does Chelmsford publish its Infrastructure Funding Statement?
Chelmsford's IFS is published on their website. You can view it directly or use our data above for a clearer summary.