Attendance Allowance Council Tax Reduction Forms
If you receive Attendance Allowance (AA), you may be entitled to council tax reduction. Attendance Allowance can help you qualify for additional support and may increase the amount of reduction you receive.
You use the same council tax reduction application form as everyone else, but you'll need to include your Attendance Allowance award letter as evidence.
What is Attendance Allowance Council Tax Reduction?
Attendance Allowance council tax reduction refers to council tax reduction for people who receive Attendance Allowance.Attendance Allowance is a benefit for people aged 65 or over who need help with personal care due to illness or disability. When you receive Attendance Allowance, it can help you qualify for council tax reduction and may entitle you to additional amounts or premiums.
How Attendance Allowance Affects Council Tax Reduction
- Attendance Allowance is not counted as income for council tax reduction purposes
- You may qualify for disability premiums or additional amounts
- AA can help you meet eligibility criteria for council tax reduction
- You may receive higher reduction amounts due to your disability
Do You Need a Special Form?
No, you don't need a special form. You use the same council tax reduction application form as everyone else. However, you need to:
- Include your Attendance Allowance award letter as evidence with your application
- Mention your AA status in the relevant section of the form
- Provide details about your disability if asked
- Include any other required evidence for your circumstances
How to Apply for Council Tax Reduction with Attendance Allowance
Follow these steps to apply for council tax reduction when you receive Attendance Allowance:
Check Your Attendance Allowance Status
Ensure you have a current Attendance Allowance award. You'll need your AA award letter which shows your entitlement and the level of Attendance Allowance you receive (lower or higher rate).
What you need: Current Attendance Allowance award letter
Get the Council Tax Reduction Form
Download or request the council tax reduction application form from your local council. This is the same form used by everyone applying for council tax reduction.
Where to get it: Your council's website or by contacting them directly
Complete the Application Form
Fill in the council tax reduction form, including all your personal details, income, savings, and household information. Make sure to mention your Attendance Allowance status in the relevant sections.
Important: Include all required information and be accurate
Submit with Evidence
Submit your completed form along with your Attendance Allowance award letter and any other required evidence such as proof of income, bank statements, and proof of identity.
Essential evidence: AA award letter, proof of identity, income evidence
Evidence Required for Attendance Allowance Council Tax Reduction
When applying for council tax reduction with Attendance Allowance, you need to provide the following evidence:
Attendance Allowance Award Letter
- • Current AA award letter
- • Shows your entitlement level
- • Lower or higher rate details
- • Award period information
Proof of Identity
- • Passport or driving licence
- • Birth certificate
- • National Insurance number
- • Proof of address
Income Evidence
- • Pension statements
- • Other benefit letters
- • Investment income
- • Any other income sources
Bank Statements
- • Last 3 months statements
- • All bank accounts
- • Building society accounts
- • Savings accounts
How Attendance Allowance Affects Your Council Tax Reduction
Receiving Attendance Allowance can have several positive effects on your council tax reduction:
Attendance Allowance Benefits for Council Tax Reduction
Income Assessment
- • AA is not counted as income
- • Won't reduce your entitlement
- • May help you qualify
- • Can increase your reduction
Disability Premiums
- • May qualify for disability premiums
- • Additional amounts available
- • Higher reduction possible
- • Special consideration given
Attendance Allowance Rates and Council Tax Reduction
Attendance Allowance has two rates that can affect your council tax reduction:
Lower Rate Attendance Allowance
- • For people who need help during the day or night
- • May qualify for disability premiums
- • Can increase council tax reduction
- • Current rate: £68.10 per week
Higher Rate Attendance Allowance
- • For people who need help during the day AND night
- • May qualify for higher disability premiums
- • Can increase council tax reduction further
- • Current rate: £101.75 per week
Special Considerations for Attendance Allowance Recipients
There are some special considerations when applying for council tax reduction with Attendance Allowance:
1. Age Requirement
Attendance Allowance is only available to people aged 65 or over:
- Must be 65 or older: To qualify for Attendance Allowance
- Under 65: May need to apply for PIP instead
- Age verification: May be required by your council
- Different rules: May apply for younger disabled people
2. Waiting for Attendance Allowance Decision
If you're waiting for an Attendance Allowance decision, you can still apply for council tax reduction:
- Apply with what you have: Submit your application with other evidence
- Update your council: Once you receive your AA decision
- Backdating: You may be entitled to backdated reduction
- Don't delay: Apply as soon as possible
3. Changes to Attendance Allowance Award
If your Attendance Allowance award changes, you need to inform your council:
- AA increases: May increase your council tax reduction
- AA decreases: May affect your entitlement
- AA stops: May affect your council tax reduction
- Contact your council: Always inform them of changes
4. Disability Premiums
Attendance Allowance recipients may be entitled to disability premiums:
- Disability premium: Additional amount for disabled people
- Severe disability premium: For people living alone
- Enhanced disability premium: For people with higher rate AA
- Automatic consideration: Your council will assess this
Important Information
Always inform your council of any changes to your Attendance Allowance award.This includes if your AA is increased, decreased, or stopped. Changes to your Attendance Allowance may affect your council tax reduction entitlement.
Keep your Attendance Allowance award letter safe and provide a copy with your council tax reduction application.
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Need Help with Attendance Allowance Council Tax Reduction?
If you need help with your Attendance Allowance council tax reduction application or have questions about how AA affects your entitlement, don't hesitate to contact your local council or seek advice from Citizens Advice. They can help you understand the process and ensure you get the support you're entitled to.
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