Single person discount
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Following an issue earlier this week with council tax payments via direct debit in the former South Northamptonshire area, we have investigated and discovered this was due to an administrative error on our part.
Anyone for whom this has caused financial or bank issues should call us on 0300 126 7000 selecting options 2, 3, 2 and 1 to reach the dedicated customer service team for the South Northamptonshire area
The full Council Tax bill assumes that there are two adults aged 18 or over living in a dwelling. If only one adult lives in a property, the Council Tax bill is reduced by 25%. This is known as a Single Person’s Discount.
There are a number of factors that will be taken into account in reaching the decision, including what the person’s relationship is to you, where your personal belongings are kept, where your post is delivered, and how often and why they may sometimes be absent from your home.
As an example, a couple may live at an address, but one of them is required to work away for long periods of time. However, that does not automatically mean that a Single Person’s Discount will be awarded to the remaining person during their time away, since the property may still be treated as their main home for the duration.
If there is a change to your household you must let us know immediately.
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If your area isn't listed, you may be a resident of North Northamptonshire.
Last updated 20 April 2022