The Government introduced changes in student funding policy, which took effect last year. Liability for this contibution is means-tested, so some students will be eligible for a partial or full subsidy from LEAs. This means that it takes into account the value of the property, the number of occupants and the socio-economic characteristics of the occupants. Full-Time students who either live on their own or with other students will be entitled to a full exemption of the Council Tax on their property. Students who live with non-students or part time students, may be entitled to have a reduced rate of council at the local Council s discretion.
Overseas Students can qualify in the same way as home students.
A dwelling is exempt if it is a Hall of Residence or all the occupants are students or school leavers . Students on a leave of absence should contact their faculty office or course leader for a letter stating that they are on a leave of absence. Nottingham City Council will still include these students in their exemption categories although this is an arrangement set up specifically with Nottingham City Council and may not apply to other councils. In November the Registry will pass the complete list of full-time students to the Council Tax Office for their information. Students who are missed off the list for whatever reason will need to come to the Registry to collect a student certificate.