Council Tax discounts and exemptions for properties

Job-related homes

You might be able to get a 50% Council Tax discount on a second home if it is connected to your job.

You may qualify if:

  • you own or rent a second home
  • you need to live in that home because of your job
  • your main home is somewhere else
  • your employer provides the second home so you can do your job

You must give us a letter from your employer confirming this.

Armed Forces Personnel

If you are living in army barracks and paying a Contribution in Lieu of Council Tax instead of regular Council Tax, you may also be eligible for a 50% discount on another property you own, as long as it is furnished and not your main home.

You might need to show you:

  • assignment order
  • licence to occupy

Apply for a discount

Page last modified: 9 January 2026

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