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That
having given due regard to the Full Integrated Impact Assessment the following
be commended to Council for approval:

 

1.      That the Council Tax Premium of 100% on Long Term Empty
Dwellings and Second Homes be approved with an implementation date of April
2025.

 

2.      That no premium be charged where an empty property can only be
accessed through a business premises and does not have a separate
entrance.  This category will not apply
if the building is altered to remove an existing separate entrance.

 

3.      That no premium be charged where a premium would be payable on
a long term empty property that is sold, the new owner will not be charged a
premium for up to 6 months from the date of sale while major building work is
being carried out.