Council Tax discount applications

Job related second home discount

If you are required to live elsewhere due to a condition of your contract of employment you may be eligible for a 50% discount on a substantially furnished second property in Rotherham where

  • The property is provided to you, or to your spouse/civil partner, because of your employment and it is necessary for proper performance of duties (as stated in your employment contract) i.e. tied accommodation.
  • The property is occupied as a residence from which you, or your spouse/civil partner, perform the duties of a Minister of any religious denomination.

In order to award the discount we require a copy of the relevant parts of any employment contract or agreement that confirms the provision of the property to you or your spouse/civil partner and the requirement to occupy it.

If you do not already have a copy of your contract you should obtain it before you proceed with your application

If your application is successful, your discount will be reviewed annually.

Apply for a Job Related Second Home Discount

Job Related Discount – Living in Armed Forces Accommodation

If you are required to reside in armed forces accommodation as a condition of your contract of employment you may be eligible for a 50% discount on a second property in Rotherham.

In order to award the discount we require:

  • Contract of employment showing accommodation provided for the purpose of carrying out your duties.
  • Evidence of your military posting
  • Evidence of Contribution in lieu of Council Tax (CILOCT) deductions

If your application is successful, your discount will be reviewed annually.

Apply for a Job Related Discount- Living in Armed Forces accommodation