Council Tax

Council tax is the main source of locally raised income for local authorities. The money collected is used to part-fund the many services provided for the local community.

How council tax bands work, town and parish council charges and how to find your council tax band.

Council tax charges and information for Erewash properties from April 2025.

Here are the guidelines to help you understand your council tax bill.

Setting up a Direct Debit and other ways to pay.

We need to know about any changes in your household that could affect how much council tax you pay.

How to let us know if someone has passed away.

Information on what happens when your property has been empty for 12 months or longer.

If you are on a low income, you may be able to get help with your council tax.

What to do if you receive a reminder, final notice, court summons or liability order.

If you have a property which is classed as a house in multiple occupation (HMO), then this may affect the way that you pay Council Tax.

Find out about your responsibilities relating to council tax as a landlord.

The Council has seen an increased number of queries and information requests relating to 'Freeman on the Land' or the legality of the Council’s collection of Council Tax.

What to do if you receive an Attachment of Earnings Order

Information about Council Tax Collection Costs.