New-build homeowners risk £1,000 charge as government promises action

NewsMidlands NewsHousingThe charges are increasingly being imposed20:06, 23 Aug 2026The charges are increasingly being imposedNew-build home buyers acould face a new bill running into hundreds - or even more than £1,000 - a year, it has been warned. The charges are increasingly being imposed on estates where roads, green spaces, drainage systems and play areas are privately managed rather than looked after by the council.‌Estate management fees commonly range from £200 to £500 a year, but can rise above £1,000 on larger or more expensive developments, according to Lyons Bowe Solicitors.‌Paul Lyons, Managing Director at Lyons Bowe Solicitors, said: "New-build homes offer buyers a huge number of benefits, and the presence of an estate management charge shouldn't in itself be a reason to reco