Empty Homes in Tamworth

In March 2012 there were around 215 empty homes in Tamworth that have been empty for 6 months or longer. Of these some are on the market, some are for sale or being renovated, but others are just left empty for no reason. 

Empty homes can become a target for vandalism and anti-social behaviour, and create an image of neglect and decline within the community. They also represent a ‘wasted resource’, as there are many people in the borough in need of decent housing and there is limited land for building new housing on.

Tackling empty homes and bringing them back into use is a sustainable way of meeting housing demand is a key aim of the Council's new Housing and Health Strategy. Leaving them empty can also be very expensive for the owners who are missing out on potential income from renting or selling the property.

Help for owners of empty homes

The Landlord Liaison and Empty Homes Officer is ready to offer empty home owners advice and assistance.  If you own an empty property you can contact the Council to discuss the options available to you.

Financial Assistance

The Council has an empty homes grant of £10,000 that is available to owners of empty homes to help bring them back into use. If you are the owner of an empty home that has been empty for 12 months or more and would be interested in a grant, please contact the Landlord Liaison and Empty Homes Officer on the contact details below.       

Reporting an empty property

If you know of an empty property in the borough, particularly one that has been empty for a long time, please contact us using the details below or use our report it online form.

Contact us

If you would like to discuss any of the above in more detail, please contact the Landlord Liaison and Empty Homes Officer Marilyn McNally on 01827 709345 or email 
marilyn-mcnally@tamworth.gov.uk