Empty homes advice

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5. Renovations

Discounted Value Added Tax (VAT)

An owner renovating a long term empty home can access reduced VAT on renovations if the property has been registered as empty with Council Tax for over 2 years. 

We can provide a letter to confirm a home has been a long term empty for the required period. To enquire about receiving a letter please use our Contact Us form.

 

Garden clearance scheme

This service offers property owners and landlords a reliable means of clearing gardens. It provides access to chargeable Council services to assist homeowners with clearing their garden. For more information about our garden clearance scheme please contact us.