The Council Tax team at Leeds City Council can be contacted by telephone on 0113 222 4404 to make a payment, to check eligibility for discounts/exemptions, or to seek if behind on payments.
How do I contact Leeds council tax?
Contact us on 0113 222 4404 if you need it sooner.
How do I get in touch with Leeds City Council?
Use the feedback form to tell us your experience of Leeds City Council so that we know how we need to improve in the future. Alternatively you can call us on 0113 222 4444 or email [email protected].
How do I cancel my council tax when I move?
Get in touch with your local council before moving day so that they can stop charging you council tax on your existing home. If you’re moving locally and your new home is within the same local authority, you may be able to set up your council tax account for your new home at the same time as you close your old one.
How do I contact council tax UK?
Council Tax general enquiries
Call: 0345 034 4569.
How do I speak to the tax office?
Information from HMRC
- Telephone: Tax: 0300 200 3300, Self Assessment 0300 200 3310.
- Textphone: Tax 0300 200 3319, Self Assessment 0300 200 3319.
- Outside UK: +44 135 535 9022.
What is the best time to call Council Tax?
The telephones in our contact centre are usually busy between 11am and 3pm. To avoid longer waiting times, try to call us outside these hours.
How do I find my council tax number near Leeds?
The Council Tax team number 0113 222 4404 is also the best number to phone if you are new to Leeds and need to check what council tax band your new property (rented or owned) falls under. When you phone you can also ensure that Leeds Council have your contact details correct for billing.
How long is the wait for a council house in Leeds?
Nearly 200 weeks on the waiting list and more than 560 bids for just one property. The rooftops of Harehills which is one of the areas in Leeds that has the highest levels of private rent. This is the reality and the struggle for desperate families to get a council house in Leeds.
How do I change my name on council tax Leeds?
If you need to change your name due to marriage, divorce or the name on your bill is incorrect, provide us with your:
- council tax account number – your account number can be found on your bill.
- name as it appears on your bill at the moment.
- what your name needs changing to.
- full address.
What happens if you don’t tell the council you have moved?
If you don’t tell the council when the change happens they might not charge you enough council tax and you’ll need to pay the extra money later.
How do I cancel my Council Tax if I move UK?
You’ll need to head over to the office of your local council to fill out all the paperwork, including information like what address you can be contacted at once you’ve moved, as well as the dates of moving house.
How do I cancel my Council Tax UK?
To cancel your council tax, you’ll need to get in touch with your local council to inform them that you’ll be leaving your address and moving abroad. Each local authority will have its own process for this, so it could be that you’ll need to call up, send an email or complete an online/paper form.
How long can you stay in a house without paying Council Tax?
Some property is exempt from council tax altogether. It may be exempt for only a short period, for example, six months, or for a longer time. Properties which may be exempt are: property which is unoccupied and substantially unfurnished for up to 6 months.
What age do you stop paying Council Tax UK?
Someone will be disregarded if they’re: aged under 18. aged 18 or 19 and someone is entitled to Child Benefit for them.
What happens if I miss a Council Tax payment?
If you ignore Council Tax arrears, it’s likely your council will take you to court quickly to get all the money at once. You’ll have to pay court costs and possibly bailiff fees as well as your debt, which can add hundreds of pounds to your bill. Council Tax arrears is a ‘priority debt’.
Who do I phone about tax?
If you think your tax code is wrong, you should contact HMRC. You can do this on the Income Tax Helpline 0300 200 3300 (or via the HMRC contact us page).
Are 0300 numbers free from 2003300?
Contact HM Revenue & Customs. Calls to this number cost 7p per minute, plus your operator’s access charge. This is a call connection service, you can also contact HMRC for free, or find help by visiting their website here.
Are 0300 numbers free HMRC?
Callers will only pay the same amount as a landline call to a 01 or a 02 number and the price is the same for calls from mobiles. 0300 numbers are generally included in any discount schemes or inclusive call minutes that claimants may already have with landline or mobile phone operators.
Which band of Council Tax is cheapest?
England and Scotland have eight Council Tax bands – ranging from A (the cheapest) to H. Your home’s Council Tax band is based on its rateable value – the more expensive the property, the higher the Council Tax band.
Why don’t you pay Council Tax in February and March?
If you pay your Council Tax in 10 instalments, then you can look forward to a break in your bill in February and March. These are traditionally the two months of the year when you don’t pay Council Tax – but it depends on which kind of payment plan you have set up with your council.