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RECOMMENDED TO
COUNCIL
 
 

i)     
From 1 April 2024, to approve that empty and substantially
unfurnished properties be charged an additional 100% council tax
premium (twice the current Council Tax amount) after one year.
 

ii)    
From 1 April 2025, to approve that dwellings with no resident and
which are substantially furnished are charged 100% council tax
premium (twice the current Council Tax amount).
 
REASON
 
i) & ii) To
reduce the number of empty homes within the District and to
encourage the use of premises as main residences by local residents
rather than second homes.