Exemption due to repossession

Question

What if I have moved out because my property is being repossessed?

Answer

If your property has been repossessed and you have moved out you won’t have to pay any council tax. The bank, building society or mortgage lender will be responsible for the council tax and the property will be exempt from the date the possession order has been granted.

If you think that you might be entitled to this exemption, please contact us with the details.

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• What if I am providing care for somone and have had to move from my home?


• What if the property is unoccupied but could only be occupied by a minister of a religion?


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• What if the law says I cannot occupy my property?


• What if I am a student an I own an unoccupied property?


• What if I am (or someone I lived with is) now in prison?


• What if I have an unoccupied pitch for a mobile home or mooring for a boat?