Business rates exemptions - empty properties

Low rateable value

Rateable value of £2,599 or below - 1st April 2010 until 31st March 2017

If a property has a rateable value of £2,599 or less it will qualify for an indefinite empty exemption. The Rating Inspector will regularly review the exemption. This is to make sure that you still qualify for the exemption.

Rateable value of £2,899 or below - 1st April 2017 onwards

If a property has a rateable value of £2,899 or less it will qualify for an indefinite empty exemption. The Rating Inspector will regularly review the exemption. This is to make sure that you still qualify for the exemption.

Apply

You can apply for this exemption through completing the General Enquiry Form on our Citizens Access Portal

Please make sure you:

  • provide your contact details as we made need to contact you for further information
  • continue making payments for your business rates as per your current bill until you receive an updated one
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