HC Deb 09 June 1971 vol 818 c333W
12. Mr. Adley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he is aware that certain local authorities are refusing improvement grants to applicants, on the basis that at some time with in the 30-year statutory period, high way developments, as yet unplanned, may invalidate the claim for grant; and if he will issue further guidance to local authorities on the matter.

Mr. Amery

Local authorities have power to waive the normal 30-year requirement for the life of an improved dwelling if they consider it reasonable to do so.

I am glad to hear that this has now been done in a recent case which may have given rise to my hon. Friend's Question.