Correct Council Tax Liability

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The user is challenging their council tax liability based on the definition of dwelling under the Local Government Finance Act 1992 and the VOA technical manual. They argue that their principal home does not meet the criteria for a dwelling as defined for council tax purposes. The user highlights that the term dwelling does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology and that their financial difficulties due to disability were ignored by Doncaster Council. They emphasize that the Local Government Finance Act 1992 does not explicitly define dwelling and refer to specific sections of the VOA technical manual to support their claim.

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need correct statement of truth

Sure, I understand you need the correct wording for the statement of truth in a witness statement. In England, the standard wording for a statement of truth at the end of a witness statement is:
"I believe that the facts stated in this witness statement are true."
Would you like any additional information on preparing your witness statement?

is this correct: Statement of Truth I understand that proceedings for contempt of court may be brought against anyone who makes, or causes to be made, a false statement in a document verified by a statement of truth Without an honest belief in its truth I believe that the facts stated in this document and any continuation sheets are true

The standard wording for a statement of truth in a witness statement in England is:
"I believe that the facts stated in this witness statement are true."
Your proposed wording is close but adds unnecessary information. Use the standard wording for clarity and compliance. Do you need help with any other aspect of your witness statement?

rewrite with lawful impact:I am a longstanding council tax payer, after my disability prevents me working at times was not in a position to fulfil all my financial obligations but note all council tax arrears was always paid up to date when funds became available, Doncaster Council disregarded my financial position and refused me financial with a scheme they provide, so conducted extensive research leading me to believe that I am not legally obligated to pay council tax under the **Definition of Dwelling** for private domestic property being my principle and only home

Sure, here's a rewritten version with a lawful impact:
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I am a longstanding council tax payer. Due to my disability, there were times I was unable to fulfil all my financial obligations. However, I always paid any council tax arrears when funds became available. Despite this, Doncaster Council disregarded my financial situation and refused to provide assistance under their available schemes. My research indicates that, under the **Definition of Dwelling** for private domestic property, I am not legally obligated to pay council tax for my principal and only home.
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Would you like any further assistance with your statement or have any questions about your council tax obligations?

is there a better way to write that paragraph

Certainly! Here's a more concise and impactful version of your paragraph:
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I am a long-standing council tax payer. Due to my disability, I faced financial difficulties but always paid arrears when possible. Doncaster Council ignored my financial situation and denied assistance. My research suggests I am not legally obligated to pay council tax on my principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**.
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Would you like any further assistance with your statement or have other questions about your council tax obligations?

rewrite : The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not in fact inherently correspond to common residential terminology. definition of Dwelling according to VOA technical manual part *.

Certainly! Here's a concise version:
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The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology. Refer to the definition of 'Dwelling' in the VOA technical manual, Part *.
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Would you like any further assistance or have other questions about council tax definitions?

is premises a home in law

In legal terms, "premises" can refer to various types of property, including homes, buildings, and land. It doesn't exclusively mean a home.
To better assist you, could you please clarify the specific context in which you're asking about "premises"?

what is the definition of home in law

In legal terms, a "home" generally refers to a person's primary residence where they live. It is their main place of dwelling. In specific legal contexts, it can have more precise definitions, but it usually includes the place someone resides regularly and considers their permanent home.
Would you like to know more about how "home" is defined in any particular legal context?

check: *. **Introduction and Legislative Framework:** I am a long-standing council tax payer. Due to my disability, I face financial difficulties at times but have always paid arrears when possible. Doncaster Council ignored my financial situation and denied assistance. From research I submitI am not legally obligated to pay council tax on my principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**. Local Government Finance Act * does not explicitly define 'dwelling'; refers to VOA technical manual Part *. The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology. Refer to Council Tax, practice notes updated: * July * - Valuation Office Agency's (VOA) technical manual for assessing domestic property for council tax. Definition of Dwelling *.* sub bullet point * “If a property is removed from the council tax list because it has become a non-domestic property, it is no longer considered a ‘dwelling’ for council tax purposes”. When a property transitions from ‘non-domestic’ to ‘domestic’ use, it doesn't in fact immediately become a 'dwelling' for council tax purpose a) is it not the fact’ It first becomes ‘domestic property’. b) is it not the fact If this property undergoes improvements during its time as a domestic property, a new valuation is necessary. c) is it not the fact only when the property is added back to the ‘non-domestic’ list and meets the 'Dwelling' criteria for that list it is then and only then considered a 'dwelling or new dwelling' and becomes at that point ‘liable for council tax’ as the definition ‘dwelling’. I uphold that under English law, specifically referencing the Local Government Finance Act *, a 'dwelling' for Council Tax implications is perceived as any construction or portion thereof, operational or fit for habitation. It is crucial to underscore that this does not inherently correspond to 'houses', ‘Principle and only Home’, 'domestic property', 'living accommodation', 'private domestic property', or 'private domestic living accommodation'. The term 'dwelling' is employed without an explicit reference to the 'lawful definition' of one's home.

Thank you for sharing the detailed information. To better assist you, could you clarify your main aim? Are you looking to:
*. Challenge the Council Tax liability on your principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**?
*. Seek financial assistance or relief due to your disability and financial difficulties?
*. Confirm the legal definitions and implications regarding your council tax situation?
Your response will help provide the most relevant information.

you state the aim at *

Certainly! It looks like you want to challenge your Council Tax liability based on the **Definition of Dwelling**. Here is a refined version of your statement for clarity and legal impact:
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Introduction and Legislative Framework:
I am a long-standing council tax payer. Due to my disability, I face financial difficulties at times but have always paid arrears when possible. Doncaster Council ignored my financial situation and denied assistance.
From my research, I submit that I am not legally obligated to pay council tax on my principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**.

Key Points:
- **Local Government Finance Act ***: Does not explicitly define 'dwelling'; refers to VOA technical manual Part *.
- **VOA Technical Manual**: The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology. Refer to Council Tax, practice notes updated: * July * - Valuation Office Agency's (VOA) technical manual for assessing domestic property for council tax.
- **Definition of Dwelling *.*, sub bullet point ***: “If a property is removed from the council tax list because it has become a non-domestic property, it is no longer considered a ‘dw

Could you please provide the complete text of your previous answer so I can assist you further? It seems that the last part of your response got cut off.

*. **Introduction and Legislative Framework:** I am a long-standing council tax payer. Due to my disability, I face financial difficulties at times but have always paid arrears when possible. Doncaster Council ignored my financial situation and denied assistance. From research I submitI am not legally obligated to pay council tax on my principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**. Local Government Finance Act * does not explicitly define 'dwelling'; refers to VOA technical manual Part *. The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology. Refer to Council Tax, practice notes updated: * July * - Valuation Office Agency's (VOA) technical manual for assessing domestic property for council tax. Definition of Dwelling *.* sub bullet point * “If a property is removed from the council tax list because it has become a non-domestic property, it is no longer considered a ‘dwelling’ for council tax purposes”. When a property transitions from ‘non-domestic’ to ‘domestic’ use, it doesn't in fact immediately become a 'dwelling' for council tax purpose a) is it not the fact’ It first becomes ‘domestic property’. b) is it not the fact If this property undergoes improvements during its time as a domestic property, a new valuation is necessary. c) is it not the fact only when the property is added back to the ‘non-domestic’ list and meets the 'Dwelling' criteria for that list it is then and only then considered a 'dwelling or new dwelling' and becomes at that point ‘liable for council tax’ as the definition ‘dwelling’. I uphold that under English law, specifically referencing the Local Government Finance Act *, a 'dwelling' for Council Tax implications is perceived as any construction or portion thereof, operational or fit for habitation. It is crucial to underscore that this does not inherently correspond to 'houses', ‘Principle and only Home’, 'domestic property', 'living accommodation', 'private domestic property', or 'private domestic living accommodation'. The term 'dwelling' is employed without an explicit reference to the 'lawful definition' of one's home.

Thank you for providing this detailed information. It seems you are looking to challenge your Council Tax liability based on the definition of "dwelling" as per the Local Government Finance Act * and the VOA technical manual. Here’s a refined version of your statement for clarity:
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Key Points:
- **Local Government Finance Act ***:
- Does not explicitly define 'dwelling'; refers to VOA technical manual Part *.

- **VOA Technical Manual**:
- The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology. Refer to Council Tax, practice notes updated: * July * - Valuation Office Agency's (VOA) technical manual for assessing domestic property for council tax.

- **Definition of Dwelling *.*, sub bullet point ***:
- “If a property is

I uphold that under English law, specifically referencing the Local Government Finance Act *, a 'dwelling' for Council Tax implications is perceived as any construction or portion thereof, operational or fit for habitation. It is crucial to underscore that this does not inherently correspond to 'houses', ‘Principle and only Home’, 'domestic property', 'living accommodation', 'private domestic property', or 'private domestic living accommodation'. The term 'dwelling' is employed without an explicit reference to the 'lawful definition' of one's home.

Thank you for providing the detailed information. To help you effectively challenge your Council Tax liability based on the definition of "dwelling," here is a refined version of your statement for clarity and legal impact:
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Introduction and Legislative Framework:
I am a long-standing council tax payer. Due to my disability, I face financial difficulties at times but have always paid arrears when possible. Doncaster Council ignored my financial situation and denied assistance. From my research, I submit that I am not legally obligated to pay council tax on my principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**.

Key Points:
- **Local Government Finance Act ***:
- Does not explicitly define 'dwelling'; refers to VOA technical manual Part *.
- **VOA Technical Manual**:
- The term 'dwelling' for council tax purposes does not inherently correspond to common residential terminology. Refer to Council Tax, practice notes updated: * July * - Valuation Office Agency's (VOA) technical manual for assessing domestic property for council tax.
- **Definition of Dwelling *.*, sub bullet point ***:
- “If a property is removed from the council tax list because it has become a non-domestic property, it

lawful meaning transitions

Thank you for providing detailed information. It seems you are looking to challenge your Council Tax liability based on the definition of "dwelling" as per the Local Government Finance Act * and the VOA technical manual. Here’s a refined version of your statement for clarity and legal impact:
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Introduction and Legislative Framework:
I am a long-standing council tax payer. Due to my disability, I face financial difficulties at times but have always paid arrears when possible. Doncaster Council ignored my financial situation and denied assistance. From my research, I submit that I am not legally obligated to pay council tax on my principal home under the **Definition of Dwelling**.

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