If the VOA finds that your property has incorrectly been put in a higher band, not only will your council tax bills be lowered in future, but your council will refund you the money you’ve overpaid. This should be backdated to whenever you began paying for the wrong band – usually when you moved into the property.
What happens to council tax when moved?
What Will Happen With my Council Tax When Moving Home? When moving homes, you receive a final bill from your local council. This is taken as one monthly payment. Once you’ve moved, you’ll then get an annual tax bill for your new property address.
How far back can you claim council tax refund?
Council Tax Reduction can only be backdated for up to 6 months.
How can I get out of my council tax debt?
You should contact your council straight away. Ask to speak to someone in the Council Tax office and tell them about your situation. If you ignore Council Tax arrears, it’s likely your council will take you to court quickly to get all the money at once.
Can a single person discount be backdated?
You can apply for your single person discount to start from a past date (called backdating, a maximum period of six years). If you are applying for a discount more than twelve months before the date of your application you should confirm the reason why your application has not been made earlier.
When did councils start refunding overpaid council tax?
Many councils let you claim back as far as 1993, when council tax was first established but it depends on the council. A law dating back to 1992 – the Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations – says overpaid council tax should be refunded.
How long can I claim backdated council tax?
Councils should offer backdated payments but some have time limits on how far back you can claim. Some may limit this to a month, some a year, some more. I’ve spoken to your local authority, Oldham Borough Council, and fortunately for you they said that they don’t have any time limits on how far back you can claim.
When do I have to pay council tax when living with my parents?
The property is charged the council tax – and incorporates all members that live in that property – so you do not incur your own charge in you live in the same residence as your parents – The only time this may occur – if there is a separate dwelling attached to this property – such as an annex or basement flat that has its own entrance
Is there a time limit on council tax?
Some may limit this to a month, some a year, some more. I’ve spoken to your local authority, Oldham Borough Council, and fortunately for you they said that they don’t have any time limits on how far back you can claim.
