Renting to Students
If your property is an HMO rented to students, you can apply for an exemption. To apply for an exemption, we will need: -
- A copy of the tenancy agreement
- Student certificates confirming full-time status
Students can request a Council Tax exemption certificate directly from their college or university.
What If Not All Occupants Are Students?
- If one occupant is not a full-time student, the household may qualify for a 25% discount.
- If two or more occupants are not students, no discount is available.
If the property is let under a joint tenancy, the occupiers are responsible for the Council Tax charge.
It is the responsibility of the students to apply for a student exemption and provide their council tax exemption certificate, this can be submitted by using the following form:-
Discount / exemption - Online form - Telford & Wrekin Council
If you are submitting the exemption form or tenancy agreement on the student’s behalf, complete the form below.
Last updated : 8 May 2026