The council was one of just three in Scotland that have not yet brought in the levy on second homes
Falkirk Council hopes doubling the council tax it is charging owners of second homes will persuade some to sell their houses back to the council.
Read more: Warning that rural halls across Falkirk could close as deadline looms for asset transfers The expectation is that while the move will generate a small income for the council, it could also lead to people choosing to give up second homes by selling or renting them out. While Falkirk has a relatively low number of second homes - the seventh lowest in Scotland - officers believe that introducing the tax would be a valuable source of income.
"It's not anticipated there will be significant income from the implementation of the higher rate but any additional income, particularly when the council's finances are so pressured, is welcome."
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