Empty Homes

Did you know there are over 1,000 empty homes in Newcastle-under-Lyme?

We are committed to working with owners to bring them back into use as homes as they are a wasted resource and a blight to communities.

Reporting an empty home

To report an empty home please complete the General Enquiry form or contact us on 01782 717717.

Do you own an empty home?

We can help with information and advice on renovating, selling or letting your property. We also have a list of accredited landlords who may be interested in buying or leasing empty homes.

Further information

• Council Tax. - reductions and premiums relating to empty homes.
• The Housing Strategy has further information on our empty home activity.
• Empty Homes (external link) – an independent charity campaigning for empty homes to be brought back into use.

Last updated 10 December 2018