Issue details
Council Tax Reduction Scheme Review and Charges for Long Term Empty Properties (Consultation)
The report proposes changes to the current
council tax reduction scheme for those of working age, particularly
those in receipt of Universal Credit and to undertake a public
consultation on the proposals. The proposals could increase the
generosity of the scheme but also aim to improve administration.
The report also includes a separate recommendation to amend the
premiums added to long term empty dwellings and makes reference to
potential changes to the treatment of second homes, pending the
enactment of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill for
England.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 11/09/2023
Decision due: 12 Dec 2023 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cllr Nick Botterill, Cabinet Member for Finance, Development Management and Strategic Planning nick.botterill@wiltshire.gov.uk
Lead director: Lizzie Watkin (Director - Finance)
Department: Finance
Contact: Ian P Brown, Head of Revenues and Benefits Email: ianp.brown@wiltshire.gov.uk Tel: 01225 716701.
Consultation process
The report seeks agreement to begin a 12 week
proposal on changes to the council tax reduction scheme.
Consultees
Police, Fire, Voluntary Sector, Town and
Parish Councils, stakeholders including customers and
staff
Documents
- Council Tax REduction Scheme Review and Charges for empty properties
