You can claim 'council tax reduction' if you receive a council tax bill for the property you live in, and the bill is in your name or joint names with someone else.
You won't be able to claim if:
- you are of pension age and you and any partner have over £16,000 in savings (unless you receive the guarantee element of Pension Credit Savings Credit).
- you are working age and you and any partner have more than £16,000 in savings.
Before applying, see if you qualify by using the Benefit Calculator:
or use the 'Entitled To' website.
Benefit Calculator - Entitled To Website
How to Apply
You can apply online by clicking in the button below.
- The application will take between 15 and 20 minutes to complete.
- You will need to have your personal and income details in order to complete the form.
- Please upload any evidence when you complete the form as this will speed up the processing of your claim.
- You will need an email address to complete the form and you may be contacted by email if we require any further information.
It is really easy to apply through your My Erewash account.