What Community Land Trusts are: Community Land Trusts (CLTs) are democratic, non-profit making organisations that own and develop land for the community. They typically provide affordable homes, community gardens, allotments, civic buildings, pubs, shops, shared workspace, energy schemes and conservation landscapes.
Community Land Trusts are run by ordinary people. They are community organisations run by ordinary people who want to make a difference to their local community, putting control of assets into the hands of local people. They can be set up by the community or a landowner, developer or council.
We want to protect community assets forever. CLTs act as long-term stewards of land and the assets on it. They ensure that it is put to the benefit of the local community, not just for now but for future generations.
A world-wide movement. Started in the USA, CLTs are now a worldwide movement. In both urban and rural areas, CLTs are a key part of the future of land, affordable housing and community facilities.
We have had huge support from the local community of Matlock Bank since we floated the idea of acquiring the car park and field. If you support our aims and objectives, please contact us.