What Council Tax Reduction is
Council Tax Reduction helps people on a low income reduce their council tax bills.
Council Tax Reduction is based on income. There are other discounts and exemptions for people in specific circumstances, such as students and single people.
Who can get Council Tax Reduction
You may be eligible for Council Tax Reduction depending on:
- if you have a low income
- how much you have in savings (and your partner, if you live together)
- your personal circumstances (for example, how many children live with you or if you're disabled).
If you're living with one or more other adults (ages 18+) who have a low income, you may be eligible for Second Adult Rebate instead. It's not based on your own income or savings.
Before you apply
To apply for Council Tax Reduction, you must:
- be the person who pays the council tax bill for this property
- live in the property you're applying for.
You'll need to provide evidence to support your application, such as proof of your identity, proof of your income and savings, and your address.
How to apply for Council Tax Reduction
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.
If you need help to apply
If you have any questions, you can contact us:
- phone 0300 300 0204
- email benefits.finit@renfrewshire.gov.uk.
After you’ve applied
We'll contact you if we need any more information to assess your application.
We'll aim to let you know our decision within 10 days, but this is only an estimate. It may take longer depending on your situation.
Other financial support you could get
There are other discounts and exemptions for people in specific circumstances, such as students and single people.