Second adult rebate
Will you qualify?
You can claim if the second adult:
- is not liable for Council Tax
- is 18 or over
- does not pay you rent
- has income below a certain amount or are receiving certain benefits
- they are not a joint owner or tenant
- they are not your husband, wife, civil partner or partner
You cannot receive Council Tax Reduction and the rebate at the same time. If you qualify for both we will offer you the one that reduces your Council Tax the most. The rebate takes into account the income received by the second adult living at the property.
If you have a partner, you cannot claim the rebate unless your partner is 'disregarded' for Council Tax purposes. For example disregarded persons are:
- apprentices or youth trainees
- people who suffer from severe mental impairment
- students or student nurses
The maximum award of second adult rebate is 25% of your Council Tax charge.
