Empty Rental Property - Council Tax

[colourchaos]

Hello,

Fairly new, wasn't sure where best to post (too many categories!)... fingers crossed.

I rent a flat but I plan to move mid month, earlier than my tenancy agreement end date. I already have confirmation from the landlord that I would be liable for rent until they could fill it with a new tenant or my contract ends (which ever is sooner) - fair enough. I will be renting elsewhere from the council.

Does anyone know what happens with council tax in this situation (rent in 2 areas but only live in one)? Do I pay two council taxes?

Any help much appreciated!

Thanks

[MairyHoles]

In my area you would pay council tax for both until lease is up but at a reduced rate if the property is left completely empty. Think its the same across the board.

[gallicgirl]

Yup, you are liable until your tenancy ceases but if the flat is unfurnished you will very likely get an exemption for a period. The length of the exemption will depend on where you live as councils can now decide on the length of this and the amount of exemption themselves since April.

[colourchaos]

Thanks for the responses. I thought as much. Just couldn't find definitive information online. will confirm with local council office.

[lalalonglegs]

Many councils have stopped exempting empty, unfurnished properties - the legal requirement to exempt them for the first six months was lifted in April and a lot of local authorities immediately ditched that concession.

[holidaysarenice]

Where you live may make a difference to this.