Long Term Empty Premium
Why
From 1st April 2019 the Local Government Finance Act 2012 gave local authorities the power to increase the Council Tax by way of a premium to encourage owners to bring empty properties back into use.
Slough borough council approved the following on 19th February 2019.
| Premium Rate | Properties effected | Date From |
|---|---|---|
| 100% (on top of what you normally pay) |
Properties empty for 2 years | 1st April 2019 |
| 200% (on top of what you normally pay) |
Properties empty for 5 years | 1st April 2020 |
| 300% (on top of what you normally pay) |
Properties empty for 10 years | 1st April 2021 |