Business Rates (NNDR)
What are Business Rates or Non-Domestic Rates
Non-Domestic Rates (sometimes referred to as Business Rates) are an important part of the financing of Local Government. The present system was brought into effect from April 1990 and replaced the old General Rating system that applied to both domestic and non-domestic properties alike.
Ways to pay Business Rates
You can pay your rates via telephone using a debit or credit card. You can also pay by PayPoint card, or by Direct Debit or Standing Order call our Customer Services Centre on 01795 417850 for further information or if you wish to pay over the telephone. You can also pay online using our 'Do It Online' secure service. For more detailed information on ways to pay (including relevant forms you may need) see our webpage - Ways to pay your Council Tax.
New Website for Non Domestic Rate Payers
The Government together with the Valuation Office Agency have set up a new website aimed at the smaller independent ratepayer. For more information view the Business Link website.
Small Business Rate Relief
To apply for the Small Business Rates Relief scheme please download and complete one of the following forms.
For claims from April 2010 use this form.
Changes to Empty Rates from 1 April 2011
The legislation regarding empty rate has changed for the financial year commencing on the 1 April 2011. The rateable value threshold below which empty properties are exempt from rates will revert to £2,600.
2010 Revaluation
A new valuation list came into force for all business properties on the 1 April 2010; values for the 2010 list were compiled by the Valuation Office Agency. If you have a query about your valuation the Valuation Office can be contacted on 03000 503888 or at Valuation Office 2010.
More information is available on the following website Business Link.
