Use classes (categories) have been introduced which relates to dwelling houses, second homes and holiday lets, as follows:
| Use Class | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Class C3.Dwelling House; Main Homes | Use of a dwelling house as a sole residence or main residence, which is occupied for more than 183 days in a calendar year by –(a) a single person or by people who are considered to form one household;(b) no more than six residents who live together as one household, where care is provided for the residents; or(c) no more than six residents who live together as one household, where care is not provided for the residents (except for use which is in class C4). Interpreting Class C3: |
| Class C5.Dwelling House; Secondary homes | Use as a dwelling house, other than as a sole or main residence, occupied for 183 days or less by –(a) one person or by people who are considered to form one household;(b) no more than six residents who live together as one household, where care is provided for the residents; or(c) no more than six residents who live together as one household, where care is not provided for the residents (except for use within class C4).Interpreting Class C5: |
| Class C6.Short term let accommodation | Use of a dwelling house as commercial short-term letting accommodation for a period not exceeding 31 days (for each occupation period). |