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How to register as a new Council Tax payer, inform us about a change of address or letting us know a Council Tax payer has passed away.
Make a Council Tax payment online, by direct debit, by telephone, by post with a cheque, directly to our bank account or at local post offices and shops in the district.
Apply for Council Tax discount, inform us of a change in circumstances and appeal a Council Tax discount decision.
Some dwellings can be exempt from Council Tax. Find out whether your dwelling qualifies and email counciltax@southlakeland.gov.uk to apply for an exemption.
Find out if you should pay Council Tax on a second home. An exemption may apply if somebody else has their sole or main residence in one of the properties.
The Council Tax Covid-19 Hardship Fund aims to support economically vulnerable people and households in the local area.
Find out if you are liable to pay Council Tax on a dwelling and what is counted as your sole or main residence.
Appeal a decision on Council Tax liability, your Council Tax banding, or a decision on Council Tax discounts and exemptions.
Council Tax Premium for empty properties, apply for an exception to the Premium and guidelines determining local exceptions.
Recovery procedures after a missed or late payment and advice if you are having difficulty paying your Council Tax.
Use our online form to pay Council Tax by direct debit