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Local Government Finance Act 2012

Local Government Finance Act 2012

2012 CHAPTER 17

Commentary on Sections

Council Tax

Section 12: Power to set higher amount for long-term empty dwellings

44.This section inserts a new section 11B into the LGFA 1992. In respect of a dwelling that has been unoccupied and substantially unfurnished for more than two years, the new section allows billing authorities to charge up to 150% of the council tax that would be payable if the dwelling were occupied by two adults and no discounts were applicable.

45.The new section allows the Secretary of State to make provision for exceptions, by prescribing classes of dwelling, taking into account the physical characteristics and the circumstances of any person liable, for which a billing authority will not be able to charge extra council tax.

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