Apply for a discount or exemption
Empty property discount / exemption
If you are struggling with bringing your empty home back into use, please see information contained here
Student / Apprentice discounts
If you are a student, student nurse or an apprentice you may be entitled to a discount on your Council Tax
Single Person Discount (SPD)
If you are the only person over 18 years old who lives in your home, you may be entitled to a discount of 25 percent
Moving to a nursing home or hospital
If a family member or friend is moving into a nursing home, hostel or hospice on a permanent basis, they may be exempt on a property that they still own
Disabled person discount
You may be entitled to a discount if you, an adult or a child living with you is permanently disabled
People who are disregarded for council tax
Find out if you are entitled to a discount on your council tax bill.
Properties that are exempt from council tax
Find out which properties are exempt from paying council tax and how to apply
Care Leavers discount
If you are a care leaver, please contact your support worker at Derbyshire County Council who may be able to offer some assistance with your Council Tax bill
Council Tax reductions in special circumstances (Section 13A)
We can sometimes give a short-term Council Tax reduction to people who find themselves unexpectedly in difficult circumstances, find out if you're eligible