What is disabled person's allowance for Northern Ireland rates?
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In short: Disabled person's allowance reduces domestic rates where a property is adapted for a disabled resident or includes a room used mainly for care or treatment. LPS assesses eligibility — relief is not automatic from PIP or DLA awards alone.
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Adaptations might include widened doors, wet rooms, stairlifts or dedicated treatment rooms. LPS may inspect the property.
Occupancy rules require a disabled person to live at the property. If they move, reassess entitlement.
Combine with Rate Rebate if income is also low — reliefs can stack depending on circumstances.
See NI domestic rates guide for application routes.
Primary source: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/rates-and-your-home
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