Hertsmere
East Of England
Hertsmere's latest Infrastructure Funding Statement (2025/26) reports £19.9 million in Section 106 developer contributions received and £8 million spent. The council holds £12.4 million in unspent Section 106 balances.
Total unspent S106 balance
£12.4 million
As of 2025/26
Reported in the 2025/26 statement
S106 Received
£19.9 million
S106 Spent
£8 million
Councils report these figures differently — some as activity in the year, others as running totals. Figures are shown as published in the council's own statement.
Community Infrastructure Levy (2025/26)
CIL Received
£30.2 million
CIL Spent
£4.4 million
CIL Held
£25.8 million
Breakdown by Purpose (2025/26)
| Purpose | Received | Spent | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Housing | £11.2 million | £2.4 million | £9 million |
| Other | £4.1 million | £2.1 million | £2 million |
| Highways & Transport | £243,998.54 | £11,575.76 | £236,075.11 |
| Health | £28,431.98 | £0 | £28,986.11 |
| Open Space & Recreation | £4.3 million | £3.4 million | £1.1 million |
| Education | £21,074.47 | £0 | £21,135.94 |
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 unspent Section 106 money does Hertsmere hold?
According to its 2025/26 Infrastructure Funding Statement, Hertsmere holds £12.4 million in unspent Section 106 contributions.
Does Hertsmere charge CIL?
Yes, Hertsmere charges the Community Infrastructure Levy in addition to Section 106 contributions.
Where does Hertsmere publish its Infrastructure Funding Statement?
Hertsmere's IFS is published on their website. You can view it directly or use our data above for a clearer summary.