Council Tax Discounts
Discounts
The full amount of council tax is payable if two (or more) adults live in a dwelling. If only one adult lives in a property (as their main home), there is a reduction of one quarter (25%).
For a furnished second home the discount is 10%. For substantially unfurnished second or long term empty homes there is no discount.
If
you think you should be entitled to a discount you can apply online or download
an application form or you can contact our
council tax team.
When
deciding the number of adult residents some people are not
counted if they meet certain conditions. These "discount
disregard" categories are as follows;
- A person aged 18 for whom child benefit is still payable.
- People
caring for someone with a disability who is not a spouse,
partner or child under 18 (carer must live in the same dwelling).
- Members of religious communities (monks and nuns).
- People
in prison (except those in prison for non-payment of council
tax or a fine).
If someone is "disregarded" bringing the number of adults to less than two, you can download a form with relevant information or contact our council tax team to claim discount stating which category applies. If your bill indicates that a discount has been allowed, you must tell the Council of any change of circumstances which affects your entitlement. You can also tell us online if you wish to claim a discount or inform us about a discount adjustment.
People with Disabilities
Disabled
relief is available to council taxpayers if their property
contains a special feature,
such as an extra room or space to use a wheelchair, or bathroom
which is for a disabled person (adult or child) who lives
in their home.
The
relief will be allowed by treating the property as if it were
in the next lower valuation band.
If your property has already been placed in a lower band this
will be indicated on your bill. If you think you may be entitled
to disabled relief reduction you should contact council
tax.
