Properties that are exempt from council tax

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There are some types of property for which we do not charge council tax, either because they are empty or because no one living in them counts towards the tax. These are known as exempt properties.

There are more than 20 types of exempt properties. Here are the main examples:

Occupied properties where everyone living there are:

• students
• aged under 18
• severely mentally impaired

Empty properties that are:

• newly built
• under construction
• uninhabitable
• awaiting demolition
• unfurnished (for up to six months)
• empty because the occupant has died

You can now apply online for unoccupied and unfurnished property, student and severely mentally impaired exemptions.

Exemptions online form

If you think your property may be exempt, or you want to ask us about other ways in which a property can be exempt, contact us.

Remember
It is important that you tell us immediately if we are giving you a discount or exemption and your circumstances change. To do this, or to find out more about claiming an exemption, contact us.