Council tax liability when moving house

cvella

Hi, 

i used to to be a single occupant in my house but have now sold it and am going through the conveyancing process. 

I have informed my council and even and even though I have now moved out they have removed the single occupancy discount and will continue to charge me until the selling process has completed. 

It it sounds a bit strange. Is this right or should I complain to get a refund?

lincroft1710

Single Person Discount applies only if one person is occupying a dwelling. Not only does it not apply if more than one person is occupying, but also if no-one is occupying. So SPD is not applicable for an empty dwelling.

CIS

Just a slight clarification (semantics but important ones) - the discount can be applied only where there is residence (which is a higher bar to meet than just occupation).

However, regardless, you are not resident and therefore the discount no longer applies. The council are correct.