Second homes to be taxed double by most councils - a 'naked cash grab' or not far enough?

The architect recalls that, according to the latest Censuses, 15% of houses in Lisbon are empty. And he admits that for these properties to enter the market, the State takes administrative possession, without the owners losing the right to property. The content “Only empty houses that are not second homes would provide a very significant housing response” appears first in Jornal i.

Council tax bills hammer blow as 500,000 will see prices double

More than 500,000 people will be affected by the change

Second homes to be taxed double by most councils - a 'naked cash grab' or not far enough?

Exclusive Sky News data shows around 75% of councils in England will introduce the discretionary charge from April - essentially doubling the tax on properties classed as second homes.

500,000 second-home owners face paying twice as much council tax

Nearly three quarters of local authorities will take the option to double the charge for second homes, with the average bill rising from £2,280 to £4,560

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Council tax to DOUBLE on second homes in 200 areas from April

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