Appeals

If you think you are not liable for Council Tax, you should let us know as soon as possible. This might be because:

• you are not the resident or owner;
• your property qualifies for exemption;
• a mistake appears to have been made in calculating your bill.

To tell us about a change of ownership or to give us other information, see: Council Tax.

Note: You do not need to formally appeal if you feel you are entitled to a discount or other reduction.

For more information, see: Discounts and exemptions. If you wish to claim a Council Tax reduction, see: Benefits.

• If you want to appeal a Council Tax liability, you should contact us in writing.
• State the reason(s) why you dispute the charge and give any evidence you have to support your appeal.
• We will review your case and reply with our decision.
• We may ask you for more information or evidence to review your appeal further.
• Most appeals can be resolved direct with the Council. Please contact us first, so we can try to resolve the matter quickly for you. However; you have the right to appeal to the Valuation Tribunal Service (contact details below).

If you wish to submit an appeal to us you may do so by email at central.services@calderdale.gov.uk.

To appeal a Council decision

Important note: Making (or awaiting the outcome of) an appeal does not allow you to withhold Council Tax payment. If your appeal is successful, you will be credited with the amount of any overpaid Council Tax.