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.