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Son has 2 homes
wilson1973
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Hi folks I have a 16 year old son who has just left school,he doesn't live full time with me and I haven't ever had benefits or tax credits of any kind for him,as he has left education I'm wondering about council tax,could anyone tell me how many days he's allowed to stay with me before he effects my single persons discount for council tax,one week he only stops one day and the next week he is here for a long weekend from Thursday to Sunday so 4 days that week
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When will he be 18?0
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Under 18 it makes no difference as he cannot be a resident for council tax purposes until he is aged 18.
In simplified terms - it depends on where his 'sole or main residence' is. There is no specific number of days.I'm wondering about council tax,could anyone tell me how many days he's allowed to stay with me before he effects my single persons discount for council tax,one week he only stops one day and the next week he is here for a long weekend from Thursday to Sunday so 4 days that weekI no longer work in Council Tax Recovery but instead work as a specialist Council Tax paralegal assisting landlords and Council Tax payers with council tax disputes and valuation tribunals. My views are my own reading of the law and you should always check with the local authority in question.0 -
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Phew that's a relief thanks,so when he's 18 what do you think happens then,how would his main residence be defined then?Under 18 it makes no difference as he cannot be a resident for council tax purposes until he is aged 18.
In simplified terms - it depends on where his 'sole or main residence' is. There is no specific number of days.0 -
Seems it is "depends". Check your local council webpage for something like this
https://www.swansea.gov.uk/counciltaxdefinitions
Or have a quick word with the CT team who should give you some [non-binding] guidance.Unlike some here, I am not omniscient. If I am wrong correct me. I won't take offence.
The law is like an ocean - have a swim but don't drown.0
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