This was part of Empty Homes Week (which ends this weekend.) Actions include a review of empty homes across the District and new premiums on second homes.
Cllr Mark Slater, Cabinet Member for Tenants and those in Housing Need said: "The campaign has my full support. It's unacceptable to have vacant homes when so many in our district struggle to find housing.
"Last year we increased council tax premiums on empty homes to encourage owners to bring these properties back into much-needed use and from this April we will be introducing further charges on second homes.
"In the coming months we will conduct a thorough review of empty homes in the district."
April 2024 saw the introduction of council tax premiums of up to 300 per cent for owners of long-term empty properties in Lewes district. This April the council will start charging a 100 per cent premium on second homes.
The council also encourages residents to report any long-term empty homes that are causing concern in their neighbourhood at: www.lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/contact-us-form
Susan King
Senior Reporter
Sussex Express
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