Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 10, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Cabinet received a report seeking Members approval of the Council Tax Base for 2026/27.    The Portfolio Holder for Resources and Performance advised Members that the proposed tax base represented an increase of 239.76 Band D equivalents compared to 2025/26 driven by growth in new properties and adjustments to discounts.  It was noted that the revised tax base would feed into the January 2026 budget-setting process and supported the Council’s Medium-Term Financial Strategy.   It was RESOLVED:   1.         In accordance with the Local Authorities (Calculation of Tax Base) Regulations 2012, the amount calculated by Stevenage Borough Council for the year 2026/27 will be 29,473.9 equivalent “Band D” properties, reduced to 28,884.5 equivalent “Band D” properties after making allowances for a 98.0% collection rate. 2.         The 2026/27 Council Tax Base is approved subject to any changes made to the Council Tax Support Scheme (CTS) for 2026/27. The Cabinet approved the CTS scheme at its meeting on 12 November 2025.