Make a claim for Council Tax Reduction

Find out if you're eligible and how to make a claim for Council Tax Reduction (sometimes called Council Tax Support).

Before you make a claim

Before you submit a claim:

If you do not provide the right supporting documents with your application it could delay you receiving your reduction.

How to claim

You'll need to claim in the area you live in.

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You can either:

Eden

If you need help filling in the application form, you can contact us.

South Lakeland

You must make a claim in writing for Council Tax Reduction. This can be done by either:

  • using the South Lakeland area benefits calculator
  • collect an application form from any of our offices
  • request an application form to be posted out to you by calling or emailing our Benefits team

Find our contact details on our contact page.

If you need help claiming benefits

If you need help claiming benefits or a reduction or advice we offer a visiting service providing you are unable to call at the Customer Services in person due to:

  • illness
  • bereavement
  • disability
  • being classed as being a vulnerable person

The visiting officer can also check or collect any documents required in connection with your Benefit claim or for Council Tax Reduction purposes.

Arrange a visit

Call to arrange a visit.

Benefits Visiting Centre
Telephone: 01229 404242

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