Plans to double council tax on second homes in North Yorkshire have moved a step closer. Read more here: (📷 Getty Images)
North Yorkshire County Council's executive has approved a 100% tax premium on second homesThe government has closed a loophole enabling second home owners to claim business rates20 September 2022, 12:31 BSTPlans to double council tax on second homes to stop locals being priced out of the property market in some of Yorkshire's most scenic spots have moved a step closer.
On Tuesday, North Yorkshire County Council's executive voted unanimously to introduce a 100% tax premium on second homes. If plans were to be approved by the full council in November, it would become the first English authority to take such a step. Council leader Carl Les said "bold and decisive" action was needed to tackle an "affordable housing crisis".
He added: "There is no simple solution to the issue of affordable housing, second homes and the impact they have on housing for local communities.Image source,