Council Tax/Housing Benefit

Do you need help to pay your council tax bill or rent?

If you are liable to pay council tax or pay rent you may apply for benefit. Your benefit will be calculated based on the following:

• Your capital, including any savings (if you and/or your partner have over £16,000 you will not qualify).
• Your income.
• The amount of council tax or rent you pay.
• Your family circumstances.

Even if your income is high if you share a house with other adults (except for a partner) who have low incomes you may be able to claim council tax second adult rebate. Many people lose benefit because they delay making a claim. Benefit can not normally be backdated, so don’t delay - complete an application form as soon as possible. If you would like an application form or further information please contact us straight away.

Payment Problems

If you have problems paying your council tax please contact us straight away and we will be able to give you help and advice on whether it is possible to get your bill reduced. If your bill cannot be reduced we will advise you on what needs to be done.

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