Council Tax Reduction

Appealing the decision

Request a review of the decision

You may not agree with our decision. Tell us why via email (benctax@fife.gov.uk), and we'll review your application and get back in touch with you.

Review requests should be made in writing within 2 months of the date from your decision letter or revised bill.

Review requests can also be posted to:

Benefits & Council Tax Team
PO Box 18015
Bankhead Central
Glenrothes
KY7 6GH

Appealing the decision

If you're still not happy following the review request, you can appeal to the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland Local Taxation Chamber. This is independent body and part of the Scottish Tribunals Service.

You must appeal within 42 days of receiving our review decision. If you do not receive a response about your review request within two months you can appeal directly to the Local Taxation Chamber.

An appeal can also be made directly by you or your representative in writing to the:

Local Taxation Chamber
Scottish Tribunal Service
First Floor
Bothwell House
Hamilton Business Park
Caird Park
Hamilton
ML3 0QA

Further information is available on the Local Taxation Chamber website or by phoning 01698 390012.