Other Exemptions

Some properties are exempt from Council Tax.

Occupied properties are exempt if:

• They are student halls of residence
• They are occupied by students only
• All residents are under the age of 18
• To the residents have diplomatic privilege or immunity
• The property is an annex occupied by a dependant relative

Unoccupied properties are exempt if:

• They are owned by a charity
• The liable persons are detained or are resident in a care home
• The liable person is deceased
• The occupation of the property is prohibited by law
• The property is held for a minister of religion
• The liable people are away giving or receiving care
• The property has been left empty by a student
• A repossession order has been granted on the property
• The liable person is bankrupt
• It is a pitch or mooring that is left empty
• It is an annex that cannot be let or sold separately to the main property

To apply for a reduction or discount visit our Do it online page, choose your council and then select Apply for Discounts and Exemption.