Unoccupied Property Rating

Since 1st April 2008, empty business properties have been exempted from business rates for the first three months that they are empty. Industrial and warehouse properties quality for a further three months' exemption. After that, full business rates are payable.

Small properties with a rateable value less than £2,200 pay no empty property rates even after the three months have expired.

Charity and Discretionary Relief

Charities and registered community amateur sports clubs are entitled to relief from rates on any non-domestic property, which is wholly or mainly used for charitable or community purposes. Relief is given at 80% of the bill. Local Councils have discretion to give relief on all or part of any rate bill for a property occupied by other non-profit making bodies subject to qualifying criteria.

If you would like to enquire further please contact the Business Rate Team.