# The Nature Restoration Levy Regulations 2026, Regulation 17: Default of payment


(1) Natural England may impose levy liability on the owners of the land where—
(a) there is an overdue relevant amount, and
(b) Natural England has made reasonable efforts to recover the amount, including by using its powers under these Regulations.
(2) Natural England may impose levy liability notwithstanding that all liable persons are insolvent.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2026/9780348284379/regulation/17 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-nature-restoration-levy-regulations-2026/regulation-17
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