DCC Exceptions to the Empty and Unfurnished Properties and Second Homes Council Tax Premium

19 September 2025

DCC Exceptions to the Empty and Unfurnished Properties and Second Homes Council Tax Premium.Durham County Council (DCC) are considering making changes to the Section 13A policy which provides discretionary exemptions to the Council Tax premium on empty and unfurnished properties and second homes. This is over and above what the Government provides.

Visit the Lets Talk County Durham page for more information and to have your say on this public consultation.

Closing date: Friday 14th November 2025