Under certain circumstances the council will consider discounts to reduce the overall charge. This will also exclude the property from the premium charge. These discounts are:
Category | May apply to | How to apply |
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Unoccupied property that would be the main home of serving armed forces personnel | Long term empty & second home premium | You will need to contact us to tell us you meet the criteria of this discount. We will then contact to further assess your eligibility. |
Annex which is no-one’s main home & used by family as part of their main home | Long term empty & second home premium | You will need to complete an application on Council Tax for Annexes |
Job Related dwellings (where you are contractually required to live elsewhere as part of your employment) | Second home premium | You will need to contact us to tell us you meet the criteria of this discount. You will need to provide a copy of your employment contract to confirm your eligibility. |