Are you eligible for Council Tax reduction

It’s important to know that you can apply if you are working, or unemployed.

You can apply for council tax support if you:

• live at the property
• pay council tax
• have a low income, or are entitled to a benefit paid by the Department for Work and Pensions or the Pension Service
• have capital of less than £6000, if you are working age; or £16,000 for working age protected group applicants and pension age.
• if you are of Pension Credit age.

Further details on the maximum amount we can pay or how we calculate what you’re entitled to, can be found on our website.

How Council Tax is worked out

Have your say on proposed changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme

The consultation relates to the scheme for working age claimants which is set by the Council. Pension age claimants are not affected by the proposed changes as that scheme continues to be set by central government.

To find out more and to take part, visit: Council Tax Reduction Scheme Consultation | Cheshire West and Chester Council

The closing date for responses to the consultation is Thursday, 31 October.