Housing and Council Tax Benefit

To claim Housing or/and Council Tax benefit you need to fill in an application form. You may wish to use the benefit calculator before completing the application form.

You can get an application form from the Council Offices Church Walk, Clitheroe or by telephoning the benefits section direct on 01200 414453.

If you want to make a claim or are not sure if you qualify, contact us. Do not delay as benefit is usually paid from the Monday following the date the application form is received.

Remember

• Answer all questions that are applicable
• Your benefit cannot be calculated until we receive all the proof but don't let this delay sending the form back - you can always send the proof in later

If you are elderly or disabled or unable to get to the office and need help to claim housing and council tax benefit, we may be able to visit you in your own home.  Our experienced visiting officer can visit your home at a pre-arranged time and complete the application form as well as confirming all your details.

You can request a home visit by telephoning the benefits section on 01200 414453. We will then make an appointment to visit you at a convenient time in your home.