Council Tax discounts, exemptions and disregards
You’ll usually have to pay Council Tax if you’re 18 or over.
We base your Council Tax bill on at least 2 adults living in a home. Spouses and partners who live together are jointly responsible for paying the bill.
Select an option on the list below to find out if you're eligible for a discount, exemption or disregard and apply.
Sole occupants
Carers and people with disabilities
If you've made adaptations to your home due to a resident having a disability
If you or someone you live with are severely mentally impaired (SMI)
If the property is an annex occupied by a dependant or elderly relative
Students and apprentices
If you are over 18 and have Child Benefit paid for you
If you are a school or college leaver
If you are an apprentice or youth trainee
Buildings and properties
If the property is a second home
If the property is UK Forces accommodation
If the property is student halls of residence
If the property is a hospital, nursing home, care home or night shelter
Other discounts and exemptions
If you are a member of visiting forces or their dependant
If you are a member of international headquarters or a defence organisation (or their dependant)
If the property is the main residence of a person with diplomatic privilege or immunity
If you are detained in prison or under the Mental Health Act
If you are a foreign language assistant
If you are a member of a religious community
If you are a Buckinghamshire care leaver who is under 21 years of age
If you are a Ukrainian National here under the Homes for Ukraine sponsorship scheme
If you're on a low income
Instead of a discount, you may be eligible for Council Tax Reduction if you're on a low income.
After you've applied
After you've applied, we will assess your claim and contact you regarding the outcome. You must continue to make payments whilst a discount application is pending.
If your circumstances change
If your circumstances change and you believe that you are no longer eligible for a discount, disregard or exemption, contact the Council Tax Team as soon as possible so we can adjust your bill.