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Get your files hereCommunity-led housing (CLH) is a growing movement across the UK and the world, where people at a grass-roots level are looking to take control of theirs and their communities housing.
Community-led housing takes many forms, and because it is by definition led by those on the ground, they are able to respond effectively to their natural, physical, and social environment to provide housing that best benefits communities.
Down to Earth, supported by the National Lottery Community Fund have produced guides to support community-led housing organisations, individuals interested in forming a CLH organisation or existing organisations looking to deliver housing, using a community-led approach.
Community-led housing is a powerful approach to delivering affordable, sustainable homes that meet local needs. But it’s not always easy to know where to begin, how to stay on track, or who needs to be involved.
These guides have been created to guide you—step-by-step—through every stage of the journey. Whether you're just starting out or are deep into planning, these guides are essential reading.
Each guide in the series focuses on a key aspect of community-led housing:
Not sure where to begin? These guides walk you through every step of the process—clearly, simply, and with no jargon—so you can move forward with confidence
You’ll find real-world examples, checklists, and tips based on what’s worked for other groups—so you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
You’ll get straightforward guidance on how to identify viable land, build partnerships, and unlock the funding that turns ideas into homes.
