Cryptic crossword clue
Relieve of local tax under a tenancy in part 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word DERATE

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The straight part
We know that "Relieve of local tax" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case relieve of local tax = derate.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DERATE mean?

DERATE verb
  1. To lower the rated capability of any rated equipment or material.

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