Natural England

Control and use of land in and around urban areas

Land purchases (161kb pdf) 
A simple and cost effective way to achieve public benefits on an area of land – used to assemble land for public benefits such as developing affordable housing.  

Sustainable funding models and Development Trusts 

(189kb pdf) Community led action with a business approach to manage the benefits from local development. Community ownership and management of buildings, land and other assets is a powerful tool to encourage self help and build sustainable communities.