Council Tax discounts and exemptions

Below is a list of all the available discounts and exemptions. When you  make an application for a discount or exemption you must continue to pay your current bill until you receive a decision about your application.

Discounts and exemptions for occupied properties

Discounts and exemptions are available for occupants who are:

Discounts and exemptions for unoccupied properties

Discounts and exemptions are available if a property is unoccupied because the former occupant is:

Exemptions are also available for empty property that is:

Full council tax must generally be paid in all other circumstances. Long term empty properties may be charged an Empty Property Premium.

Households on low incomes or benefits

If you are on a low income or benefits you can also find out if you can qualify for council tax support.