Blow to Government plan as homeowners planning to build garden log cabins may face extra property tax bill

New guidance from Revenue indicates that homeowners constructing log cabins in their backyards may face additional property tax consequences. While the minimum expectation is an increase in the existing tax rate, each instance will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. This development highlights the need for prospective builders to be aware of potential financial implications that come with adding modular homes to their property.

Homeowners who build log cabins in their back gardens face the potential hit of a second property tax bill on their new modular home. Revenue has said.

At a minimum, homeowners are likely to see their existing tax rate increase, but Revenue has warned each case will have to be assessed individually.

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