What Second Adult Rebate is
Second Adult Rebate is a Council Tax Reduction for people living with one or more other adults (ages 18+) who are on a low income.
Who can get Second Adult Rebate
You may be eligible for Second Adult Rebate if:
- you're responsible for paying council tax for your home
- you share your home with one or more adults.
It's not based on your own income or savings.
The adult you share your home with must:
- be aged 18 or older
- be on a low income
- not be your partner
- not pay you rent
- not be responsible for paying council tax themselves
- not be exempt from paying council tax (for example, if they're a full-time student, then you are not eligible for Second Adult Rebate).
Before you apply
You'll need to provide evidence to support your application, such as proof of your identity, proof of your income, and your address.
How to apply for Second Adult Rebate
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.