Tandridge Council slashes bills for Godstone sinkhole victims! Residents and businesses hit by the massive sinkhole won’t pay council tax or business rates while locked out of their properties. Even though bills have already been sent out, the council guarantees no one affected will pay for the time they can’t use their homes or businesses.
Sinkhole Chaos: Council Leads Recovery Effort
The dreaded Godstone sinkhole is still causing headaches. Tandridge District Council is on the case, working with the Surrey Local Resilience Forum to keep the area safe and support those impacted.
Safety concerns have delayed crucial ground tests – now pushed to next week. Results from these tests will shape how the council and Surrey County Council Highways plan the repairs to get Godstone back on its feet.
Security Tightened, Residents Get Help
- Security around the sinkhole zone has been beefed up to protect people and property.
- Displaced residents now have supervised access to their homes to grab essentials.
- Good news – six households have already been given the green light to return after safety checks by a multi-agency technical team.
For those still displaced, temporary accommodation is arranged. The council urges anyone struggling with insurance housing to call 01883 722000 for help.
Businesses Fight Back, Community Rallies
The council is backing local businesses, helping with insurance claims and business continuity plans. Many shops in Godstone remain open, and residents are encouraged to keep supporting them through this tough period.
Royal Mail is pitching in, holding mail for affected households at the Redhill Delivery Office – just bring ID to collect. No mail will be returned to sender.
Council Boss Vows Support
“The priority of the council is to ensure residents and businesses affected by the sinkhole receive the support they need, including relief from council tax and business rates. We are committed to helping the community during this challenging time. Every effort is being made to support them and provide clarity on the next steps. Updates will continue to be shared as soon as they become available.”– Councillor Catherine Sayer, Tandridge District Council Leader
As recovery efforts roll on, Tandridge Council pledges ongoing support. Keep an eye out for updates – help is on the way for Godstone’s shaken community.
