What a discount on homes adapted for people with disabilities is
You may be able to get a council tax discount if you, or an adult or child living with you, is permanently disabled.
This is a property-based discount. You can apply for a council tax discount for a property that has been adapted or had essential changes made to meet the needs of a person with a disability living there.
Who can get a discount
Your home must have:
- an extra kitchen or bathroom for the specific needs of the disabled person
- an extra room - not a bathroom, kitchen, or toilet - that is mainly used by the disabled person and is required to meet their additional needs.
We'll need to make an initial home visit after you have submitted your application for a council tax discount.
What kind of discount you may get
We may be able to lower the council tax band level so that you pay less for your adapted property. Check your council tax band.
If you have an adapted property, your council tax band may be lowered to a more affordable band, for example from band C to band B.
If your adapted property is in band A, your council tax bill could be reduced by one-sixth.
Before you apply
You'll need to register for council tax before you can apply for a discount.
You'll also need to provide evidence of your disability in your application, including:
- a letter from your doctor
- a benefit award letter.
How to apply for this financial support
Apply online
If you have not created an online account with us before, you'll need to register for MyAccount through mygov.scot. You only need an email address to sign up.
If you've already registered for MyAccount, you do not need to do it again.
After you’ve applied
We'll let you know of our decision by email.
If your discount is confirmed, we'll send you a revised council tax notice.
You should continue to pay your council tax as normal until you have received a revised notice.
What happens if your circumstances change
If you no longer qualify for a discount, you must tell us of your change in status.
We'll then update your council tax account and send you a new bill.
You may have to pay a fine if you do not tell us.
Get help with paying your council tax
If you think you could fall behind on your council tax payments, phone us on 0300 300 0300 and ask for advice. There may be support available to help you avoid missing your payment.