Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 50513

Empty Property and Second Homes: Council Tax

Tabled: 7 May 2025
Answered: 14 May 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the (a) second homes and (b) higher empty homes premium on retirement flats which estates inherit but are unable to sell.

Answer

Jim McMahon
I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 48979 on 7 May 2025. It is for individual councils to consider the local impact of council tax premiums and their appropriateness. The government has published guidance on the implementation of p...
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