Interested in a custom build project? Declare your interest on our self build register
Fenland District Council has a register for people who are looking to buy a serviced plot of land to build their own home. It is controlled by government legislation.
To register, you must be:
There is a fee to go on the register.
You can apply at any time.
Apply to be on the Custom and Self Build Register
You must meet the local connection test to be on 'Part 1' of the register. This means you must:
There is no direct benefit to being on Part 1 of the register for individuals or associations. However, we have a duty to facilitate the provision of enough serviced plots of land to meet the demands of Part 1 applicants within a 3 year period.
Part 1 lists who meets the eligibility criteria and local connection test.
Part 2 lists who meets the eligibility criteria but not the local connection test.
Registration does not guarantee a suitable plot will be found or become available.
New applicants must pay a registration fee of £30.
Each member of an association must pay £30.
Payment is collected on the registration form.
To stay on the register, you need to complete an updated registration form and pay the annual fee of £30 by October 30.
Reminders are sent out in September.
If you don't re-register, you'll be taken off the list. You can re-register again at any time.
The register is used to help us understand local demand for custom build plots and house sizes. It is not a public document.
We will not share identifiable information outside the council without written consent from the person who registered.