Council Tax exemptions

You may be entitled to a Council Tax exemption for certain types of properties

People who have died (class F)

This exemption remains active until 6 months after the granting of probate or letters of administration. 

After this date, 100% of the council tax becomes payable if the property is unoccupied. 

If the property is unoccupied and unfurnished for longer than 2 years after the exemption period expires, 150% of the council tax will be payable. 

Apply 

You need to provide: 

  • when the person died 
  • confirmation that the property is unoccupied 
  • contact details for the authorised representative of the person who has died

Please email revenues@surreyheath.gov.uk (link sends email) to apply for this discount.