Reductions

Some households are entitled to a reduction in their Council Tax based on the personal circumstances of the residents or the condition of the property.

If you are having difficulty or would like advice on completing application forms please contact your Council Tax Team

Exemptions

Vacant Properties:

• Empty and Unfurnished
• A Hospital Patient / in a Home
• Being Extensively Altered or Repaired
• Where Occupation is Prohibited by Law eg. Property subject to a Closing or Demolition Order
• Repossessed
• Vacant – Agricultural Property
• Currently in Prison
• Vacant – for Care Purposes
• Vacant – Caravan

Occupied Properties:

• Occupied solely by Students
• Occupied solely by a Severely Mentally Impaired Person
• Occupied solely by under 18 years old

Discounts:

• living on my own
• Student or Project 2000 Nurses
• A Hospital Patient / in a Home
• A Severely Mentally Impaired Person
• A Carer
• A Youth Trainee / YTS / Skill Seeker or Apprentice
• A Person over 18 who still qualifies for Child Benefit
• Currently in Prison
• A School Leaver

Unoccupied Discounts:

• A Second Home / Long Term Empty

Disability Banding Reductions:

A reduction in Council tax may be awarded if the property is the home of a disabled person and certain criteria related to both the disabled person and the accommodation provided in the property are met.

• Application for Disability Banding

Council Tax Benefit:

If you, or someone in your household is on a low income you can apply for Council Tax Benefit.

It is important to tell us if your circumstances change as this may have an effect on the amount of Council Tax you are required to pay