How is council tax reformed?

Fundamental reform of council tax in London: Council tax should be abolished and replaced with a property tax which is proportional to the present-day value of homes. The tax should be levied on owners, not occupiers. IPPR analysis suggests that a rate of 0.25 per cent would be fiscally neutral for London.

What is Band B housing?

Bands B1 and B2 are for people who have an urgent need to move. This includes people who: have serious medical problems affected by their housing. are homeless and in ‘priority need’

Is council tax a regressive tax?

It should come as no surprise to see the extent to which many people are fed up with council tax. It is outdated and highly regressive, both within local areas and between them.

Why is council tax based on 1991?

Council Tax valuations are based on the value of properties that aren’t used for business purposes. The value is based on the price the property would have sold for on the open market on 1 April 1991 in England and 1 April 2003 in Wales. The VOA doesn’t use property price indexes for information or valuations.

Do you pay council tax if you are on universal credit?

In short, yes, people who claim Universal Credit have to pay council tax.

Do I need to pay council tax if property is empty?

If you own or rent a property that becomes empty and unfurnished, you can apply for a 100% council tax discount for one month from the date it first became empty and unfurnished. If the property remains empty and unfurnished after one month, the full council tax becomes due and you will have to pay the full charge.

How can I challenge my council tax band?

A: You get told you can’t challenge it. You can only formally challenge your council tax band if you’ve lived in the property for six months or less. This is also called making a proposal to change your council tax band. This is done through the Valuation Office Agency (VOA).

Can you get interest on council tax refund?

Council tax valuation lists are the responsibility of the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) who told me: ‘While refunds can be backdated to the date a property was first entered into a council tax valuation list, sometimes as early as 1 April 1993 in England, there is no provision in the legislation for the reimbursement of interest on overpayments.’

Can you raise council tax if you are in lowest band?

If you are in council tax band A then you are already in the lowest price bracket and cannot raise a request to pay any less council tax Read More how to pay council tax? Your council tax is payable annually and the amount you can calculate for yourself what you need to pay using our online council tax calculator.

How much council tax do I pay per year?

The amount of council tax you are expected to pay annually will vary depending on your area and the band in which your local authority has placed your property Read More What is my council tax band?