Second Adult Rebate

What is Second Adult Rebate?

Second Adult Rebate, which we often refer to as 2AR, is another way of helping people to pay less Council Tax. You may be able to get a Second Adult Rebate even if you do not normally qualify for Council Tax Benefit.

Under what circumstances can I claim Second Adult Rebate?

You can claim if you have someone living with you who stops you getting Single Person Discount, but is not able to help you to pay your full Council Tax.

The person you share your home with must not be your partner. They must be:

Aged 18 years or over
Not paying you rent
Not paying Council Tax themselves
On a low income

Usually, you cannot claim Second Adult Rebate if you are jointly responsible for paying Council Tax with someone else. However, if you are jointly responsible with someone who is not counted for Council Tax purposes, you may be able to claim Second Adult Rebate. You will find more information about people who are not counted for Council Tax purposes in Other Discounts on the Council Tax web pages.

I get Council Tax Benefit, can I claim Second Adult Rebate as well?

No, if you already get Council Tax Benefit, you will not need to claim Second Adult Rebate. If you are entitled to Council Tax Benefit and Second Adult Rebate, you will get the one that gives you the most money.

How much could I get?

The most Second Adult Rebate that we can pay is 25% of your Council Tax bill.

Do I have to provide you with details of my income and capital to claim Second Adult Rebate?

No, your income and savings will not affect your entitlement to Second Adult Rebate, because it is based on the other person’s circumstances.

If you don’t need details of my circumstances, who claims Second Adult Rebate, me or the person living with me?

The person who is responsible for paying the Council Tax bill and not the second adult must make the claim for Second Adult Rebate. Although we will need to know the claimant’s National Insurance number and see proof of their identity, we will only need proof of the second adult’s income and capital.

How do I make a claim for Second Adult Rebate or get more information?

To claim Second Adult Rebate you will need to complete a claim form. You can obtain a claim form by post, by phone, by fax or by email. Alternatively, you can collect one in person. Go to Points of Contact for Benefits Help, for more information about how to contact us, including addresses and opening times.

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