There are two basic discounts which apply for the purposes of calculating your Council Tax bill.
If you are an owner of a property which has been empty for 12 months or more, the council tax charge for the empty property will increase by an additional 100%.
An exemption will still apply to an empty and unfurnished property for up to 6 months from the date it was last occupied. After this, a 50% discount will be awarded for a further 6 months. Once 12 months has elapsed the discount will end and the charge will increase to 200%.
It is important that you advise us as early as possible if the circumstances of your property change.
Some people are not counted when deciding how many adults are living in a property. These are:
If you, or someone who lives with you, have a disability and need an extra room or bathroom to meet your needs, or use a wheelchair indoors, you may qualify for a reduction in your bill.
This reduction can also apply to a property in valuation band A, provided all other qualifying conditions are met.
You may be able to get help with your Council Tax depending on your income and circumstances.
To apply for Council Tax Reduction, please contact your local office or the Revenues office on 01259 450000, or email benefits@clacks.gov.uk or counciltax@clacks.gov.uk.
You should apply immediately for an application form as Council Tax Reduction is only awarded from the Monday following the day we receive your application form.
Please note that you will not receive a separate notification of this reduction.
Should you require a detailed breakdown of how the reduction was calculated, please use the contact details above.
Council Tax Team
Kilncraigs, Greenside Street, Alloa, FK10 1EB
Tel: 01259 226237 / 450000
Email: counciltax@clacks.gov.uk