You don’t have to pay an ‘expert’ to get your council tax band reduced. You can do it for FREE.
If you have questions about your council tax banding, or any other aspect of the council tax list entry, the Valuation Office Agency is there to help. Contacting them is easy and they will always offer a friendly and professional service. If you choose to employ someone to handle this for you, you should be aware that you are likely to be charged a fee for any work carried out on your behalf, even if this involves only giving advice and information.
Call your local office on 0845 602 1507
Have you checked that you are getting the council tax discounts and exemptions you are entitled to? Call us on 01832 742007 and we will check for you.
If you are on a low income, you may be entitled to council tax benefit. Call us on 01832 742097.
Further information can be found below, or feel free to get in contact with us if you have any additional questions or queries.
Reduction for people with disabilities?
There is a special reduction scheme for people with disabilities, information of which can be found at the Direct Gov website.
If you feel you qualify for a reduction please complete a Reduction for Disabled People form
What should I do if I'm moving house?
Please complete the Online change of address form
Remember to notify us within 21 days when you move.
What happens if I don't pay?
Council Tax appeals?
For information on appeals, see the Department of Communities and Local Government's website.
Further details are also available on www.valuation-tribunals.org
. If you feel your band is wrong, you can talk to them and there is no fee to pay.
