Published: 18 May 2026
Last updated: 23 Sep 2026
Last updated: 23 Sep 2026
HBF Explains
HBF Explains is a series of evidence-based explainers designed to break down complex topics and build understanding of the key issues shaping the home building industry, from developer contributions, viability and land banks to skills, flood resilience and building safety.
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HBF explains...the Sector Skills Plan
An overview of the Sector Skills Plan, the skills gap facing the home building industry, and HBF's skills initiatives.
HBF explains... developer contributions
An overview of the developer contributions system and the home building industry's investment in local communities.
HBF explains…flood resilience and new homes
An overview of the extensive protections in place to ensure development is protected from flood risk.
HBF explains...the viability challenge
An explainer unpacking viability for residential development and the impact of new costs on housing supply.
HBF explains... delivering high quality new homes and satisfied customers
An overview of industry progress on new homes quality and consumer protections.
HBF explains... the Building Safety Levy
An overview of the Building Safety Levy, why it was introduced, whether it's necessary and the likely impact on supply.
HBF explains... 'land banking' and unbuilt planning permissions
An explainer unpacking the myth of 'land banking' and unbuilt planning permissions, setting out the industry's position.