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Council Tax


Service Description: Council Tax is a tax on domestic property collected by your local council. The council tax provides approximately 20% of the council’s gross budget and is a vital element in raising revenue which contributes towards the provision of services to residents.

Also known as:- About Council Tax, Council Tax Discounts, Council Tax Exemptions, Council Tax Reductions, Holiday Homes, Reductions, Second Homes

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Question: What do you classify as ‘substantially unfurnished’ in relation to a Council Tax exemption?

Answer: When there is insufficient furniture in the property so that habitation is not possible eg a wardrobe might be acceptable a sofa or beds would not. - Related Link


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