
Council tax levy forcing second-home owners to sell
A homeowner has said the decision by North Yorkshire Council to double the rate of council tax on second homes is forcing her to sell her holiday flat in Filey. Susan Pape said the premium - which takes effect from 1 April - would be "the straw that breaks the camel's back". "We feel like we are not …
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