Discounts

Frequently Asked questions

• General Information
• Will I qualify?
• How much discount will I get?
• How long does the discount last?
• What if I forget to tell you about a change?
• Who to contact?

General Information

Council Tax is based on two adults being resident in the property.

If only one person is resident they are entitled to a 25% discount, see Single Person Discount.

If nobody is resident the bill may be reduced by 50%. This can apply to empty properties and/or second homes.

Certain properties could be 100% exempt even if they are occupied (special conditions apply). See Exemptions

Certain people will not be counted when looking at the number of adults resident in a property if they meet certain conditions. These people are know as "disregarded for discount purposes."

Will I qualify?

The person responsible for paying the bill can make the claim. If all but one of the adults in the property fulfil the criteria in any one of the categories listed in the table below, the discount will be applicable. Click the relevant link below to find out more.

Types of People who may be disregarded for discount purposes

• Full Time Students
• Youth Training Trainees
• School/College Leavers
• Hospital Patients
• Religious Communities
• Persons still in receipt of Child Benefit
• Persons who are Severely Mentally Impaired
• Patients in Nursing and Care Homes
• Persons residing in Hostels
• Prisoners
• Carers FAQs
• Student Nurses
• Apprentices
• Diplomats
• Spouses of certain Students
• Members of International Headquarters and Defence Organisations

How much discount will I get?

If all but one of the adults are disregarded the discount will be 25%.

If all the residents are disregarded the discount will be 50%.

How long will the discount last?

The discount continues for as long as the qualifying criteria is met.

We must be informed within 21 days of any change which may affect the discount, if not a penalty could be incurred.

What if I forget to tell you about a change?

We will write to you each year to check if the circumstances are still the same. If you havn't previously told us about a change it will be backdated and you will have to make payment of any arrears promptly.

Who to contact

If you live in Ashton or Mossley:
0161 342 2015 0161342 2012 Send a Message to Ashton/Mossley Council Tax Team

If you live in Denton or Dukinfield:
0161342 2099 0161 342 2012 Send a Message to Denton/Dukinfield Council Tax Team

If you live in Audenshaw, Hyde or Longdendale:
0161 342 2065 0161342 2012 Send a Message to Audenshaw/Hyde/Longdendale Council Tax Team

If you live in Droylsden or Stalybridge:
0161 342 2080 0161342 2012 Send a Message to Droylsden/Stalybridge Council Tax Team