North Yorkshire Council
Executive
16 December 2025
Infrastructure Business Plan and Infrastructure Funding Statement 2024/25
Report of the Corporate Director of Community Development
1.0 PURPOSE OF REPORT
1.1 To seek approval of the Infrastructure Business Plan, including its strategic approach, assessment process for spending Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), and recommendation for CIL allocation.
1.2 To approve the 2024/25 North Yorkshire Annual Infrastructure Funding Statement for publication on the North Yorkshire Council website.
2.0 BACKGROUND
2.1 This report presents the Infrastructure Business Plan (IBP – see Appendix A) and Infrastructure Funding Statement (IFS - see Appendix B) for the financial year 2024/25 for Executive approval.
2.2 The IBP introduces a new strategic framework and assessment methodology for prioritising infrastructure projects that support placemaking and planned growth. The document also sets out proposed CIL spending recommendations for the year. The IBP will be reviewed annually and updated with new recommendations until adoption of the new North Yorkshire Local Plan.
2.3 The IBP is attached at Appendix A, the key sections to note are:
· Section 3: Methodology for prioritising CIL Spending; assigning priority levels based on strategic importance and planning objectives.
· Sections 4&5: Assessment of all spending projects (via officer working group and existing Infrastructure Delivery Plans).
· Section 6: Cash flow and spending plan.
· Section 7: Conclusions and recommendations for 2025/26.
2.4 The IFS provides a transparent account of developer contributions received through Section 106 and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), detailing funds received, allocated and spent across North Yorkshire within the financial year.
3.0 CIL SPENDING RECOMMENDATIONS
3.1 Sections 4 and 5 of the IBP review all infrastructure projects and outline emerging recommendations for CIL allocations.
3.2 The strategic CIL balances for the four CIL charging areas (before commitments) are as follows. This is the figure as of 25/11/2025:
· Hambleton: £4,188,954.61
· Harrogate: £1,135,084.23
· Ryedale: £1,863,815.60
· Selby: £4,787,134.31
3.3 Further detail, including income forecasts is provided in the IBP.
Existing commitments
3.4 It is proposed that the commitments of £1,000,000 to Norton Lodge Primary (Ryedale) and £330,000 for Bedale 3G pitch (Hambleton) are removed and reconsidered alongside other projects next year.
3.5 The reason for this recommendation is to ensure all committed strategic CIL is allocated to deliverable projects. Tying up a significant amount of CIL money for a further 2-3 years means that there is limited scope to fund other projects in the interim. The CIL pots will continue to grow meaning that there will be additional funds in the pot in future years.
3.6 It is also noted that the existing commitment for Thirsk multi-use games area (Hambleton) of £40,000 is no longer required as the project is not proceeding. The only remaining commitment would be £39,632 for Northallerton Sports Village (Hambleton).
Emerging Spending recommendations
3.7 The following projects scored highly under the IBP assessment methodology and are recommended for CIL funding:
Easingwold Primary School Expansion (Hambleton)
3.8 Easingwold Community Primary School faces rising demands for places due to significant housing growth in the area. Historically, expansion was constrained by the site being landlocked and having undersized playing fields.
3.9 Feasibility work is underway regarding potential options for expansion and there is intention to begin the delivery of the scheme in 2026. Section 106 developer contributions provide £367,000, but this will partially fund feasibility and survey work, leaving a shortfall of approximately £600,000. Basic Need capital funding is expected to contribute, but additional funding is required. It is proposed that £300,000 of strategic CIL is put forward to part fund this. There is uncertainty about the amount of Basic Need capital funding that can be contributed, so there is potential that the £300,000 would not be sufficient to make up the full funding gap.
Slingsby Sports Club (Ryedale)
3.10 This is a community-led proposal to refurbish and enhance the existing sports centre. The project aims to improve access to indoor sports facilities in a rural area with limited provision. It was understood that the project was now fully funded however some funding has been pulled and there is now a funding gap.
3.11 Following discussions with colleagues in Localities it is anticipated that most of the funding gap will be able to be met through a new mayoral capital fund that is administered by NY sports. However, the deciding panel do not meet until December after the final draft of the Executive report being finalised. Should the new funding be granted this would leave a small funding gap of £4,000. It is proposed that CIL is used to make up the difference.
Barlby Road Gateway Scheme (Selby)
3.12 The project aims to transform the Barlby Road corridor from the Greencore roundabout (A19/A63) to Selby Town Centre, addressing urban decay, poor accessibility and neglected heritage assets. A public realm improvement scheme linked to recent housing development. The proposal includes landscaping, footpath improvements, restoration of historic features, green infrastructure and seating areas to enhance connectivity and amenity value.
3.13 A £500,000 CIL contribution is sought to deliver the works, complementing the £20,000 feasibility funding already secured. Subject to funding, delivery is targeted for financial year 2026/27 under the leadership of the NYC Regeneration team.
North Yorkshire Annual Infrastructure Funding Statement 2024/25
3.14 The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) regulations and National Planning Policy
Framework (NPPF) require for any local authority that has received developer contributions (Section 106 planning obligations or Community Infrastructure Levy) must publish online an Infrastructure Funding Statement every year.
3.15 An IFS must contain details of the income and expenditure relating to Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and Section 106 (S106) agreements. The 2024/25 IFS presents information for each of the Legacy District areas whilst the existing Local Plans and CIL Charging Schedules remain in place. Key headline figures included in the document for the North Yorkshire Council area include:
· 793 affordable homes were delivered.
· £10,510,111.70 in S106 contributions was received from new development.
· £2,371,637.22 in Strategic CIL was collected.
· £217,557.35 of local CIL was distributed to town and parish councils.
· £3,893,366.66 of S106 funds was spent on infrastructure to mitigate development impacts.
· £2,057,013.62 of strategic CIL was invested in infrastructure to support area-wide development.
4.0 CONCLUSIONS
4.1 In summary, Officers recommend the removal of commitments to Norton Lodge Primary School and Bedale 3G Pitch for consideration in the future when the projects are closer to a delivery timescale.
4.2 The Northallerton Sports village outstanding commitment is maintained.
4.3 The following projects are recommended for Strategic allocation:
· Easingwold Primary Expansion (£300,000)
· Slingsby Sports Club (up to £4,000)
· Barlby Road Gateway (£500,000)
4.4 The 2024/25 North Yorkshire Infrastructure Funding Statement is recommended for approval and publication.
5.0 CONTRIBUTION TO COUNCIL PRIORITIES
5.1 It is fundamental that the strategic objectives for CIL and consideration around how the money will be spent aligns with any corporate approaches, as demonstrated in the IBP.
6.0 ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED
6.1 An option considered was not to recommend any projects for funding. This approach was rejected because the identified projects are necessary to support the levels of growth set out in the relevant Local Plans and advancing the Council’s place-shaping ambitions. Without this investment, the ability to support sustainable development and meet strategic objectives would be significantly compromised.
6.2 In relation to the IFS there is no alternative, as failing to publish the document would mean that the Council would not meet the requirements of the Community Infrastructure Levy (Amendment) (England) (No.2) Regulations 2019.
7.0 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
7.1 CIL and S106 contributions provide funding for infrastructure necessary to enable or support development.
7.2 These contributions typically cover only part of project costs; additional funding could be sought from sources such as the Department for Transport via National Highways and Network Rail, Department for Education, and other specific grants including Grant in Aid from Defra and Levelling Up funding.
7.3 Up to 5% of the total CIL receipts can beapportioned specifically to administration expenses in accordance with Regulation 61 of the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010, as amended by the 2014 Regulations. This means the monitoring and implementation of CIL is self-financing.
7.4 There are no VAT implications (CIL and S106 are outside scope).
7.5 The Council’s Finance team have been consulted during the preparation of this report, and their comments have been incorporated into this report.
8.0 LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
8.1 The Community Infrastructure Levy is a statutory charge introduced under the Planning Act 2008 and the provision enabling authorities to charge CIL came into force through the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended).
8.2 Following Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), North Yorkshire Council became the sole CIL Charging Authority, replacing the previous four charging areas (Harrogate, Hambleton, Ryedale and Selby). This means all CIL administration and decision-making now sits within the unified authority.
9.0 EQUALITIES IMPLICATIONS
9.1 An initial Equality Impact Assessment (EIA) screening has been completed (Appendix C) consideration has been given to the potential for any adverse equality impacts arising from these decisions
9.2 This proposal ensures that spending priorities align with the Local Plans growth objectives and deliver infrastructure that supports new development without disadvantaging existing community. Based on this assessment the recommendations are not expected to have any adverse impact on individual with protected characteristics.
10.0 CLIMATE CHANGE IMPLICATIONS
10.1 A Climate Change Impact Assessments has been undertaken (Appendix D) and will be undertaken for future projects that are funded through strategic CIL.
10.2 The Infrastructure Funding Statement is a factual document detailing income and expenditure of S106 and CIL over the last financial year. Therefore, it has no direct climate change implications.
11.0 REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
11.1 The recommendations will:
· Provide clarity, transparency and consistency in the allocation and spending of CIL receipts.
· Ensure CIL receipts are spent on infrastructure required to support development, in accordance with the CIL Regulations 2010 specifically as amended in September 2019 (‘the CIL Regulations’).
· Ensure CIL serves its purpose of supporting the delivery of the infrastructure necessary to support development in North Yorkshire.
· Meet statutory obligations for approval and publication of the Infrastructure Funding Statement.
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RECOMMENDATION(S)
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To agree and approve the North Yorkshire Infrastructure Business Plan inclusive of the CIL spending recommendations for 2025/26 and agree publication on the website.
To approve the 2024/25 North Yorkshire Infrastructure Funding Statement and publication on the Council website.
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APPENDICES:
Appendix A – North Yorkshire Infrastructure Business Plan
Appendix B – North Yorkshire Annual Infrastructure Funding Statement 2024/25
Appendix C – Equality Impact Assessment Screening Form
Appendix D – Initial Climate Change Impact Assessment
Nic Harne
Corporate Director – Community Development
County Hall
Northallerton
3rd December 2025
Report Author and Presenter of Report – Lizzie Phippard, Infrastructure Investment Officer
Note: Members are invited to contact the author in advance of the meeting with any detailed queries or questions.