Long Term Empty Properties

Properties that have been unoccupied and unfurnished for more than two years are subject to a long term empty premium of 100% (over the amount of the standard Council Tax bill). From the 1st April 2024 this will change to properties that are empty for more than one year are subject to the long term empty premium of 100%.

Properties that are unoccupied and unfurnished between 5 – 10 years are subject to a premium of 150%. From the 1st April 2024 this is increasing to 200%.

Properties that are unoccupied and unfurnished for more than 10 years are subject to a premium of 300%.