You may be entitled to a Council Tax discount if a person in your household is severely mentally impaired and receives a benefit. This also applies if you live with a partner who gets Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), which includes a premium for incapacity for work.
How to apply
To apply for a discount or exemption you can use our online form which is the preferred and most efficient method. If you need any assistance, contact our Customer Advice and Support Service.
A certificate from doctor/medical professional confirming severe mental impairment needs to be provided along with proof of the award of one of the following:
- Incapacity Benefit
- Employment and Support Allowance
- Attendance Allowance
- Severe Disablement Allowance
- The care component of a Disability Living Allowance (higher or middle rate)
- Daily living component of Personal Independence Payment
- Daily living component of Adult Disability Payment
- Increased Disablement Pension due to constant attendance need
- Disability Working Allowance, Unemployability Supplement/Allowance
- Constant Attendance Allowance
- Income Support which includes a disability premium
- Partner's Job Seekers Allowance which includes incapacity premium
- Universal Credit with Limited capability for work or work-related activity element