Can I Get A Council Tax Discount Or Exemption?

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Yes — Broxbourne offers a range of Council Tax discounts and exemptions, including single person discount, student or student nurse discount, severely mentally impaired discount, disabled band reduction, annexe discount/exemption, and several disregard categories. You can apply online through the Council Tax portal using the relevant form.

Type What Broxbourne says
Single person discount 25% off if you’re the only person aged 18 or over living in the property
Student / student nurse discount Available for qualifying students and student nurses
Severely mentally impaired discount Available where the qualifying conditions are met
Disabled band reduction Council Tax band reduced by one if the home has been adapted for disability needs
Annexe discount / exemption 50% discount for certain annexes occupied by a family member, and some annexe exemptions also apply
Unoccupied and unfurnished property discount 100% discount for one month from the date the property first became empty and unfurnished
Exempt properties Some property types are fully exempt, including certain student-only homes, some occupied by under-18s only, and some properties linked to care, detention, armed forces, or diplomatic status

You can start an application here: Apply for discounts and exemptions

If you’re thinking about a discount rather than a full exemption, Broxbourne says the Council will issue a revised bill if you qualify, and you may need to provide supporting evidence such as proof or a medical signature depending on the case.