You may be able to get a discount or, in some cases, a full exemption if no one lives in the property.
The discount on furnished properties, which are no-ones sole or main residence is 10%.
You can get a 25% discount on your bill if there is only one person aged 18 or over living in your home. If you are moving into a new property please complete this change of address form, if circumstances have changed at your current property please complete this change of household details form, we will then apply the 25% discount to your bill.
If all the adults in your household are entitled to a status discount, your Council Tax will be reduced by 50%. If all but one adult resident in your household are entitled to a status discount, your Council Tax will be reduced by 25%.
The forms on this page detail the specific discount categories, please complete and return the appropriate form along with all the documentary evidence that is required to consider your application.
Please remember that if your circumstances change you must tell the council within 21 days.
You can apply online using our discount and exemption application form, please note you will need your Council Tax reference.