Updates to speculation and vacancy tax

Last updated on September 9, 2024

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Speculation and vacancy tax

September 9, 2024

FIN 563, Request to Waive Penalties (PDF, 180KB), has been updated to clarify that the interest applied to the penalties will be the only interest considered for the waiver.

January 19, 2024

The speculation and vacancy tax declaration period is now open.

Declaration letters begin mailing this week. You’ll need your letter before you can declare.

Check out our website at gov.bc.ca/spectax to find out when you can expect your letter, what to do if you’ll be away and for help declaring.

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