Annexes
Annexes are buildings or parts of buildings that have been built or adapted to use as separate living accommodation.
The Valuation Office decides if an annexe should be banded separately for Council Tax purposes – find out more about this on the Valuation Office website.
If you have an annexe, you may be able to apply for a discount or an exemption – email localtaxation@rutland.gov.uk with the details if you think you might qualify.
Frequently Asked Questions about occupied annexes
My 68-year-old dad lives in the annexe – are we exempt from paying Council Tax?
Yes – if your annexe is occupied by a close relative aged over 65, we may be able to award an exemption.
My 22-year-old son and his 21-year-old partner live in the annexe – can we get a discount?
Yes – if your annexe is occupied by a relative of someone who lives in the main house, they’ll be entitled to a 50% annexe discount.
My daughter (aged 33) lives on her own in the annexe – are discounts available?
Yes - if your annexe is occupied by a relative of someone who lives in the main house, they’ll be entitled to a 50% annexe discount and a 25% single occupier discount as well.
I’m using my annexe as part of my main home – are there any discounts available?
Yes – if you use your annexe as part of your main home (for example, as a games room), you’ll be entitled to a 50% annexe discount.
I’ve rent my annexe out through an agent and the tenants have moved in – who pays the Council Tax?
The tenants are liable to pay the Council Tax if the annexe is their main home. They can apply for any discounts they meet the criteria for, and for local Council Tax support if they’re on a low income.
Frequently Asked Questions about unoccupied annexes:
My annexe is empty and unfurnished – are there any discounts available?
This depends on the situation – see our empty homes page for charges, discounts and exemptions for empty homes.
My annexe is empty and furnished – are there any discounts available?
This depends on the situation – see our empty homes page for charges, discounts and exemptions for empty homes. If your annexe can’t be let separately because of planning restrictions, we may be able to award an exemption to your annexe.
I can’t let my annexe out because of planning restrictions – are any discounts available?
Yes – if your annexe can’t be let separately because of planning restrictions, we may be able to award an exemption to your annexe.