Council Tax Reduction Request UK (Low Income / Hardship)

Subject: Council Tax Reduction request – [Council tax account number] – [Your address]

To: [Council name] – Council Tax / Benefits Team
Email/Post: [Council email or address]
Date: [DD Month YYYY]

Dear [Council name] Team,

I am writing to request an assessment for Council Tax Reduction and any other support available due to my current financial circumstances.

Details

• Name: [Your full name]
• Address: [Full address]
• Council tax account number: [Account number]
• Current liability period: [e.g., 2025/2026]

My circumstances are: [Brief summary – income reduced / unemployment / sickness / benefits / caring responsibilities]. I would be grateful if you could confirm what reduction I may be eligible for and whether any discretionary relief is available.

Evidence available (if required):

• [Recent payslips / benefit award letter]
• [Bank statements]
• [Tenancy agreement / proof of address]
• [Medical evidence if relevant]

Please confirm the next steps, any forms required, and the timeframe for a decision.

Yours faithfully,
[Your full name]
[Your phone number]
[Your email address]