Help available for business rates

There are a number of reliefs available to business ratepayers.

This guide outlines the various rate reliefs and support schemes available for businesses, including how to apply for them if you are eligible. These include:

• Back in Business rate support
• 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

You must continue to pay your rates while Land & Property Services (LPS) considers your application. This will help you 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.

Further information

If you have a query regarding your business rates, contact LPS.