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Council Tax - Apply for Class B exemption: empty property owned by a charity

Introduction

Use this form to apply for Class B exemption, where an unoccupied property is owned by a charity.

To qualify for a Class B exemption the property must be:

  • a dwelling
  • owned by a body established for charitable purposes only
  • unoccupied for less than 6 months
  • last occupied in furtherance of the objects of the charity

You must continue to pay your Council Tax as billed while we deal with your application. Recovery action may be taken if you don't pay.

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