You may be able to get a reduced bill if the property:
- is owned by a registered charity
- has been unoccupied for less than six months
- has been used for the purposes of the charity up to the date it became unoccupied
The exemption applies whether or not the property is furnished and will be for a maximum period of six months providing it remains unoccupied.
Tell us an empty property is owned by a charity
What happens next
After applying you must still pay the amount on your council tax bill until you hear from us.
Tell us about a change
If you no longer qualify or something changes you must tell us within 21 days. You may have to pay a fine if you don't tell us.
Appeals
If we refuse your application and you don't agree with our decision you can appeal. Once we get your appeal we will decide within two months.