Council Tax discounts and exemptions

You might be entitled to a reduction in your Council Tax, or be exempt from paying Council Tax.

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Apply for a Single Person Discount

Apply for a Single Person Discount by visiting our online Council Tax options system.

Please select ‘View Council Tax reduction services’ then ‘I want to apply for a single person discount’.

You’ll get a 25% Council Tax discount if you’re the only adult in the property.

Some people can get a single person discount even if other adults live in their home. This applies if the other adults aren’t counted for Council Tax, for example if they’re disregarded as ‘students’, ‘apprentices’ or because they’re ‘severely mentally impaired’.

If you are unable to use the online form we advise that you seek the help of a friend, family member or advocate to fill in the online form on your behalf. You can also advise us in writing regarding your single person status. Letters can be handed into any local library branch or they can be posted to: Council Tax Service, Redcar and Cleveland House, Kirkleatham Street, Redcar, TS10 1RT.