National Non-Domestic Rates (Business Rates) Discretionary Rate Relief Policy

Business Rates Discretionary Rate Relief Policy - Applications

an application form should be completed by the ratepayer or an organisation properly authorised to apply on the ratepayers behalf.
supporting evidence will be required as considered necessary to properly assess an application. There will be a requirement to set out the benefits that ratepayer considers the business provides to residents.
the ratepayer has a responsibility to notify the council when circumstances change.
ratepayers must continue to pay amounts due whilst the application is being considered. Where payments are not received recovery action may continue.
awards for retrospective periods may not be made.
in line with the Council's decision-making arrangements, the granting of applications of relief will be decided by the Council's Chief Financial Officer (Section 151 Officer) or the Executive Member and/or Executive Cabinet.
there is no right of appeal although ratepayers may ask for the decision to be reconsidered if new, relevant information can be provided.