Job related second homes

The job related second home discount will apply to either;

• The job-related property if it is the second home of you or your spouse/civil partner, or
• Another property if the job-related property is your main residence or your spouse/civil partner and you have another property that is a second home.

One of the properties must fall into Class A, B or C:

Class A

The property is provided to you, or to your spouse/civil partner, because of your employment and it is necessary for proper performance of duties (this must be stated in your employment contract).

Class B

The property is occupied as a residence where you, or your spouse/civil partner, perform the duties of a Minister of any religious denomination.

Class C

You are in the armed forces and your main residence in the UK is Ministry of Defence accommodation.

What evidence do I need to submit?

You will need to submit.

1. a copy of your Council Tax bill for your main residence showing that you pay the full rate.
2. a copy of the relevant parts of any employment contract or agreement that confirms the provision of the property to you or your spouse/civil partner and the requirement to occupy it.
3. A covering letter/email making an application for relief giving appropriate information about the occupation and use of both addresses.

Send these quoting your Account Reference to ctaxreview@towerhamlets.gov.uk

When is the discount not applicable?

The job related second home discount it not applicable:

• If you you do not work from your second home.
• both your addresses are not in England, Wales or Scotland.
• If you are not the  person liable for Council Tax at both properties (unless the property is provided by the ministry of defence or for a minister of religion to perform his duties).
• if you are a director or a partner in the company providing the accommodation (unless you are a full-time working director/partner or the company is non-profit making or charitable).