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Council Tax - Reductions for people with disabilities

This section tells you about Council Tax reductions for people with disabilities and how you can apply.

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If you or any member of your household is disabled and your home has at least one of the following features:

  • a second bathroom or kitchen required for meeting the needs of the disabled person
  • a room set aside to provide specific facilities for the disabled person  
  • sufficient room for the disabled person to use their wheelchair indoors

you may qualify for a reduction in your Council Tax bill.

If you qualify for a reduction, the amount of Council Tax payable will be based on the band below the one in which your property has been placed.

Even if your home is in Band A, the lowest band, you may still qualify for a reduction.

Regular checking of all reductions will be carried out. If your circumstances change you must contact the Council Tax Office immediately.

You can made the request for a reduction of your Council Tax bill online or alternatively pdf icon download an application form. [48kb].

If you want more information about reductions for people with disabilities, click here to contact the Council Tax office.

Page last updated: 29 November 2012 10:00AM