Owners of second homes in the Yorkshire Dales could see
council tax on their properties rise by five times the current level. A
proposal approved by the National Park Authority is designed "to help
attract and retain families to live and work in the area". Their figures
show there are 1,500 second homes there - more than 10% of the housing stock.
Any increase in council taxes above 100% would require government approval.
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