Second homes: local variation to land transaction tax rates

RTPI Cymru responded to Welsh Government on the second homes: local variation to land transaction tax rates consultation.

Pressure on housing in Wales is a well-documented and discussed issue.  This is a complex matter and as such will require multi-faceted solutions, many of which will not be planning, such as taxation and licensing.  RTPI Cymru supports the Welsh Government’s three-pronged approach incorporating taxation measures, a registration scheme and planning measures. Read our full response here.