Care - receiving & providing
If you have to move out of your home to either receive care, or to provide care, there may be a reduction due.
If you receive care
- Exempt Class E: Unoccupied property as the person responsible for Council Tax is now living in a hospital, residential care home or nursing home. Does not apply for those who are in respite care. The property can be furnished and the exemption will continue until the property is sold, let or reoccupied. Contact us on 01507 601111 to discuss, providing details of the care home.
- Exempt Class I: Unoccupied property as the occupier has gone to live elsewhere to receive personal care. Contact us on 01507 601111 to discuss. If we think you may qualify, confirmation will be required in writing.
If you provide care
- Discount: If you live with someone who you provide care for (not spouse, partner or child) and that person gets a qualifying benefit, there may be a reduction. Read and complete the carers application form (PDF) [494KB] (opens new window) .
- Exempt Class J: Unoccupied property as the occupier has gone to live elsewhere to provide personal care. Contact us on 01507 601111 to discuss. If we think you may qualify, confirmation will be required in writing.
- Owners of residential care/nursing homes: If the home is only occupied by residents and no staff, there will be a 50% discount. Read and complete the application form (PDF) [130KB] (opens new window) .
Please return completed forms either by email: counciltax@e-lindsey.gov.uk or by post to Council Tax, East Lindsey District Council, The Hub, Mareham Road, Horncastle, Lincolnshire LN9 6PH.
If you qualify for a Council Tax reduction you must tell us within 21 days if there is a change that might affect it. We can impose a £70 penalty if you do not tell us about a change. Contact us on 01507 601111