To approve the report to reduce the current
empty property duration allowed prior to a LTEPP commencing, down
from two years to one year. This change is provided for within the
Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023, taking into account all
exceptions laid out within The Council Tax (Prescribed Classes of
Dwellings and Consequential Amendments) (England) Regulations 2024
published on 1 November 2024.
If the report is approved the change from two years down to one
year will take effect at Vale from 1 April 2026.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 07/12/2024
Decision due: 31 Jan 2025 by Cabinet
Decision due: 12 Feb 2025 by Council
Lead member: Cabinet member for finance and property
Contact: Trevor Gaffney, Revenues and Benefits Manager Email: trevor.gaffney@southandvale.gov.uk Email: trevor.gaffney@southandvale.gov.uk.
Consultees
Councillor Andrew Crawford
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Vale of White Horse District Council
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