Leaving a property empty for long periods of time can result in vandalism, as well as deteriorating both its condition and value. These issues can have a negative impact on the area.
Long term empty properties can also cost the owner money.
When the property has been unoccupied and substantially unfurnished for 1 year, an extra council tax premium of 100% will also be charged. This means that you will be charged 200% council tax in total.
Once a property has been unoccupied and substantially unfurnished for 5 years then the council tax premium will increase to 200%. This means that you will be charged 300% council tax in total.
Once a property has been unoccupied and substantially unfurnished for 10 years then the council tax premium will increase to 300%. This means that you will be charged 400% council tax in total.
You can find more information on long term empty council tax charges on the charges for unoccupied and unfurnished properties page.