What you need to apply
You’ll need your 8-digit Council Tax account number. It’s shown at the top of your most recent Council Tax bill.
The form may ask you to upload proof that you're eligible for a discount.
Proof we need
Information about the benefits the person you care for gets and your address.
Proof of benefits
We need a copy of all pages of their benefit statements or award letters.
Do not send a copy of the annual increase letter.
Proof of address
Proof that you live at the same address as the person you care for.
This can be a copy of:
- your valid driving licence
- a utility bill or bank statement dated within the last 3 months
- a benefit award letter dated within the last 12 months
Apply
You must answer all the questions on the form even if you know which discount you’re applying for.
What happens next
It can take up to 21 working days for us to process your application and decide if you're eligible.
We may ask you for more proof.
If you're eligible for the discount, we'll send you an updated bill.
You must tell us within 21 days about any change in your circumstances that may affect your entitlement to a discount or exemption. If you do not tell us, you could get a £70 fixed penalty.
If we decide you're not eligible, we'll tell you in writing. You can appeal our decision.