Business rates

Struggling to pay business rates

If you are having problems paying your non domestic rates you should contact us immediately.

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Non-Domestic Rates Section

There are mandatory and discretionary reliefs available. You should contact the Non-domestic Rates team to check eligibility and to make an application. You can contact the Non-domestic Rates team on:

Small Business Bonus Scheme

You may be entitled to Small Business Bonus Relief if all of these are true:

  • the combined rateable value of all your business premises is £35,000 or less
  • the rateable values of individual premises are £20,000 or less
  • the property is actively occupied

It's free to apply for rates relief, including the Small Business Bonus Scheme. You should be wary of anyone who proposes to apply on your behalf for a fee.