Council Tax Support
Households on low-income with under £16,000 savings or capital (unless in receipt of Pension Credit) may qualify for a reduction from their council tax bill: Housing Benefits and Council Tax Support
To find out if they are entitled, they can use the Benefits Calculator online: Benefits calculator - Turn2Us
People struggling to pay should contact the Council as soon as possible to discuss payment options or see if they are eligible for discounts.
Discretionary Council Tax Payments
Discretionary Council Tax Payments (DP) allows us to make additional payments to people who receive Council Tax Support and need further help with Council Tax payments.
These are not intended to be long term ongoing payments. They are awarded on a short-term basis while you take action to improve your circumstances . For more details, and to apply, more information can be found here: Extra support - discretionary housing payments
Rent Deposit Scheme
The rent deposit scheme is one of the ways in which South Kesteven District Council help homeless and vulnerable households into privately rented accommodation: Rent Deposit Scheme
Second Adult Rebate
You can claim Second Adult Rebate if you are the only person in your home who is liable to pay council tax, but there is at least one other person aged 18 or over, who is not your partner, and is not a joint tenant.
The Second Adult Rebate calculation is based on their income, not yours. The easiest way to claim Second Adult Rebate is via our online application form: Housing Benefits and Council Tax Support