Help available for business rates

There are a number of reliefs available to business ratepayers.

This guide outlines the various business rates reliefs and allowances available and how to apply for them if you are eligible. These non-domestic rate support schemes include:

• Small Business Rate Relief
• Small Business Rate Relief for small Post Offices
• Charitable Exemption for rates
• Sports and Recreation Rate Relief
• Residential Homes Rate Relief
• Industrial Derating
• Non-Domestic Vacant Rating
• Hardship Rate Relief
• Back in Business rate support 

You should continue to pay your rates while Land & Property Services (LPS) considers your application. This will help you to avoid paying a large amount in one go if your application is unsuccessful. If your application is successful LPS will refund any rates you have overpaid.

Queries on your business rates

If you have a query regarding your business rates you should contact Land & Property Services.