North East England•No active empty-home loan or grant
South Tyneside empty home schemes
South Tyneside does not currently operate a direct empty-home loan or grant. Owners may still be subject to the council tax premium below and can contact the empty-property officer for advice.
Council tax premium
A property is classed as "long-term empty" once it has been unoccupied and substantially unfurnished for a qualifying period. The premium is charged on top of the standard council tax bill.
After 1 year
+100%
After 5 years
+200%
After 10 years
+300%
Notes
Council confirms no financial help currently available due to lack of funding. Council tax premiums 100% / 200% / 300% (page references 400% from 10yr in newer wording).
Council website
South Tyneside