Business Rates - Reductions and Reliefs

Exemptions

Empty business properties may be liable for 100% of the full bill. Premises that are only partly occupied may also get relief.
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Charity and non-profit making organisations relief

There are a number of relief schemes available for charities, clubs, societies or other organisations not established or conducted for profit.
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Rural Rate Relief

General stores, food shops, post offices, public houses or petrol filling stations can apply for Rural Rate Relief
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Hardship Relief

In very exceptional circumstances we may allow relief on a rates bill in cases of hardship. When deciding whether to award relief we must take into account many factors, including the benefits which the business provides to the local community and the profitability of the business.
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Transitional arrangements

Every five years, all non-domestic properties are subject to a revaluation. The transitional arrangements are in place during this five year period so that the effects of any large increases and decreases in the annual rates bill for a property will be phased in.
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Small Business Relief

This is available at 50% for ratepayers occupying single properties with a rateable value up to £5,000, with relief declining in percentage terms on a sliding scale until it is 0% at £10,000.
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Community Amateur Sports Club Relief

Properties occupied by sports clubs registered with the Inland Revenue as a CASC are entitled to 80% relief. We also have discretion to give further relief on the remaining bill. Full details can be obtained from the Business Rates Team on 01730 266551.
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