Transitional Arrangements Transitional arrangements will phase in the effect of significant changes in liability which arise from the 2000 revaluation of non-domestic property. Where appropriate, these arrangements will operate until March 2005 when all non-domestic property will be revalued. There are limits on the percentage by which bills may increase or decrease each year. Special rules deal with changes in rateable values and the merger or splitting of existing properties. Unoccupied Property Rating Non-domestic properties which are unoccupied may be liable for empty property rates.
Liability begins after the property has been empty for three months.
Charitable and Discretionary Relief Charities are entitled to relief from rates on any non-domestic property which is wholly or mainly used for charitable purposes. Click here to request a claim form . It Saves You Time - no more queuing to pay, no more cheques to write. It Saves You Money - no more stamps to buy or envelopes to find. In order to pay non-domestic rates in monthly instalments by direct debit, please complete and return the instruction on the bottom of your bill or contact the Council as soon as possible, asking for a direct debit instruction.