council tax

[clarky80]

do i still have to pay full council tax if we use a septic tank as we dont have mains drains or mains electric, and is there any grants or funding to have a mains electric supply to my property, thanks

[jackthehat]

Council Tax ought to be the same.
However, you will need to contact your preferred electricity supplier to see about a conection.

[bednobs]

i don't see why council tax should b any different - you dont pay for electricity or drainage via ct do you?

[buildersmate]

Contact the electricity provider in your area to find out about mains electricity connection. Standard connection charge applies of about £250 plus the cost of cabling installation from the nearest access point - it could easily run into thousands if you are some distance away. No standard grants - but talk to social services, charities sector if you are a low-income family perhaps.
Lack of mains sewage will mean that you already pay a much smaller bill for water services to your utilities provider.
That's it, I'm afraid.

[wastetech]

You might want to check your Water Bill as a sewerage charge will be present unless you have informed them that you are not on the mains. Media URL: http://www.wte-ltd.co.uk
Description: All your sewage treatment and septic tank questions answered here

[Mr Veritas]

We have a septic tank and get no reduction on our Council Tax,but we pay (every two years) for it to be emptied,and we pay NO sewerage charges to the Water Company,so I guess we do SAVE that way.
However:~
Water supply,and removal of waste water is nothing to do with the Council Tax.
Mains electricity is nothing to do with the Council Tax.
I think bednobs answer covers all your question most throughly.

[rachael88]

i got to pay 160 pound a month just on council tax i only live in a 2 bedroom bungalo