You may be eligible for the scheme if you live in a larger property than you would need if you or another occupant were not disabled.
If you qualify, your bill will be reduced to the next lowest Council Tax band. For example, if your property is in Band D, you’ll pay the Band C rate. If your home is already in the lowest band (Band A), you’ll get a 17% discount on your Council Tax bill instead.
You are eligible for the disability reduction scheme if you or someone living in your home is substantially and permanently disabled and one of the following apply.
You or they have:
- an extra bathroom, kitchen or other room that you need for the disabled person
- adapted the property to accommodate a wheelchair indoors.
The property must be the main home of at least 1 disabled person. This can be an adult or a child - it does not have to be the person responsible for paying the Council Tax.
Apply for Council Tax disability reduction
To apply for the Council Tax disability reduction, you will need to complete our online form. You will need your Council Tax reference number, which can be found at the top of your bill.
Once you have completed your application, we may need to contact you to arrange a home visit to inspect your property to ensure it meets the relevant criteria.
After the home visit, you will receive a new bill to inform you of our decision.
Apply for Council Tax disability reduction
The information provided is intended as guidance only and is not a full statement of the law.
There are various discounts that you may be able to claim to reduce your bill. If you claim a discount and your circumstances change you must let us know within 21 days of the change or face a penalty.