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Letter template: appeal your council tax bill

Copy and paste this sample text and personalise it with your details.

Subject: Council tax bill appeal

To the council tax team

<your reference or account number on your council tax bill>

I'm writing to appeal your decision about my council tax bill.

Please can you review <state what part of the bill is wrong and why, for example:

– the valuation of your property is wrong
– you or someone you live with should not be liable to pay council tax
– a reduction or discount you’re eligible for has not been applied
– the amount you owe is wrong
– a penalty charge was added your bill which should not have been>

Please update my council tax account accordingly, and confirm with me from which date the change will take place.

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you

<your name>
<your address>
<your phone number>

You can also send the letter as an email attachment or through the post:

Where to send your letter or email

Send the letter or email to the council tax team.

Search for your local council on mygov.scot.

If you need more help

We have guidance on:

If you need support with council tax debt contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau.

Last updated: 4 October 2022

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