Simple terms explainer:

Councils may establish an energy efficiency discount scheme to reduce Council Tax bills for homes that are more energy efficient. This means the council can decide to give discounts to households with better energy ratings or improvements like insulation or efficient heating. While the council is not required to create this scheme, if it does, it must set clear rules, apply the discounts fairly, and manage the scheme properly to encourage energy-saving homes.

Legal status

Discretionary

Duty category

Revenues and benefits

Corporate services housing

Duty type

Public facing

Social determinant of health

Neighbourhood and environment

Emerging policy and legislation

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Bodies with shared interest

Institute of Revenues, Rating and Valuation (IRRV)

Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA)

Historic Environment Scotland (HES)

Standards and frameworks

 

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