The full Council Tax bill assumes that there are two adults living in a dwelling. If only one adult lives in a dwelling (as their main home), the Council Tax bill will be reduced by a quarter (25%). Certain people will not be counted when looking at the number of adults resident in a dwelling if they meet certain conditions:
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full-time (non-military) students, student nurses;
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patients resident in hospital;
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people who are being looked after in care homes;
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people who are severely mentally impaired;
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people staying in certain hostels or night shelters;
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18 and 19 year olds who are at or have just left school;
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care workers working for low pay, usually for charities;
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people caring for someone with a disability who is not a spouse, partner, or child under 18;
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members of visiting overseas forces and certain international institutions;
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members of religious communities (monks and nuns);
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people in prison (except those in prison for non-payment of Council Tax or a fine).
If you think you may be entitled to a discount you should contact the Council Tax Section.
If your bill indicates that a discount has been allowed you must tell Gosport Council of any change of circumstances which affects your entitlement.
If you fail to do so you may be required to pay a penalty.
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