General Principles
In deciding when to grant discretionary relief, the council will consider the following:
- decisions under the policy will be made in accordance with statutory requirements and Secretary of State guidance.
- decisions will have regard to the interests of Council Tax payers and the council's corporate priorities.
- priority will be given where the services provided are of specific benefit to residents and the local community.
- consideration will be given to whether the services provided replace, enhance or supplement current Council provision.
- the extent to which an award will support the council's aspiration to promote and encourage economic growth, and in particular growth in the Non-Domestic Rating tax base and in employment opportunities for residents of the borough.