Council Tax Reduction, discounts and exemptions | Sevenoaks District Council
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Council Tax Reduction, discounts and exemptions

Depending on your circumstances you might be able to get a Council Tax Reduction, discount or exemption. You can be eligible for more than one.

You must apply for a reduction, discount or exemption, you will not receive it automatically.

You must continue to pay your Council Tax at the current level until you receive a revised bill.

Discounts

Single person discount, Disabled reduction, Severely mentally impaired discount and Live in carers discount....

Exemptions

Deceased person, Student exemption/discount, Annexe reduction, Other properties which may be exempt and Other people who may be exempt...

Council Tax Reduction (Benefits)

If you’re on a low income, you may be able to claim Council Tax support to reduce your bill...

Empty properties and second homes

Find out if you need to pay a premium on an empty property...