Some properties are eligible for discounts on their business rates. This is called 'business rates relief'.
We automatically apply:
- exempted buildings and empty buildings relief
- transitional relief if your rates change by more than a certain amount at revaluation.
Contact us if you're not getting a relief you think you're entitled to.
The government has announced there will be extra relief for businesses in England with the biggest rates increases as a result of the 2017 revaluation.
If your premises are affected by local disruption
You may get a temporary reduction in your business rates if your premises are affected by severe local disruption (like flooding, building or roadworks).
Applying for business rates relief
To apply for business rates relief, download and complete a
mandatory and discretionary rates relief application.
Alternatively, you can contact the Council Tax team by email at c.tax@welhat.gov.uk or by phone on 01707 357 000 if you have any questions about business rates relief.