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Boris makes new developments pay for Crossrail

19 May 2009

 

New changes to the London Plan to make new developments pay contributions to the cost of Crossrail have been published today, with a ‘pragmatic’ get-out clause for those in financial difficulty.

However, the plans now include a ‘viability test’, that will give developers the chance to negotiate the final fee they pay, to mitigate the effects of the recession.

Mayor of London Boris Johnson said: “Crossrail is vital for the future of the capital. It will transform...

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