council tax on my project ?

[george07]

how long can you get exemption on your house renovation project unnocupied..ive had 12 months exemption so far 6 months to start with followed by a further 6 months by doing major works such as knocking down walls etc and providing proof etc..but the house is still nowhere nere done is there any other way around avoiding paying this fresh air charge for an unnocupied dwelling ! not sure if im selling renting or living in it at moment and are still in rental currently paying council tax...are there any more loopholes cheers again

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

Uninhabitable, undergoing major repair or newly repaired properties (maximum 12 months exemption)

Unoccupied and unfurnished properties which need major repairs or are being structurally altered (classed as uninhabitable). The exemption can continue for up to 12 months. Newly built dwellings can be exempt for up to six months after completion if they remain unoccupied.

There is link here that you may find useful
http://www.south-norfolk.gov.uk/counciltax/925.asp
I now it's not Leeds City council, but it will be true of most councils.

 

[george07]

cheers prentice..usefull info thought id look into avoiding the inevitable. i will now pay 2 council tax bills to swell the there gold plated pension pots! ******s