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Issue details

Council tax Empty Homes and Second Homes premium

Requesting approval to charge a premium of 100% on council tax properties which have been unoccupied and unfurnished for over 1 year from 1 April 2024. Also to charge a premium of up to 100% on property classed as second homes with effect from 1 April 2025.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 29/01/2024

Decision due: 19 Feb 2024 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Finance and Corporate Services

Lead director: Executive Director of Finance & Digital

Contact: Sara Murtaugh, Senior Systems Officer Email: sara.murtaugh@merton.gov.uk.

Documents to be considered: Officer report.

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  • Council tax Empty Homes and Second Homes premium