Business Rates

Relief

Property & Land Tax Relief Advisory - Business Rates Relief:

Business rates are a tax levied on the occupiers of non-domestic properties, calculated based on the property’s rateable value. There are various reliefs available to reduce the burden of business rates, including:

  • Small Business Rates Relief: Available to businesses with properties below a certain rateable value.

  • Rural Rate Relief: For qualifying businesses in rural areas.

  • Charitable Rate Relief: For properties used by charities and non-profit organisations.

  • Enterprise Zone Relief: Available in designated enterprise zones.

  • Transitional Relief: To limit the increase in rates after a revaluation.

At Westlock Partners, we specialise in helping businesses navigate the complexities of the UK’s business rates system, ensuring that you maximise your savings through available reliefs. Our Business Rates Relief Advisory Service is designed to provide you with a comprehensive, tailored approach to managing and reducing your business rates liability.

Our Process:

  • Our team of experts will conduct a thorough review of your current business rateable value:

    • Rateable Value Assessment: We assess the rateable value of your properties to ensure it accurately reflects their current condition and usage.

    • Relief Eligibility Analysis: We analyse your business and property circumstances to determine eligibility for various business rates reliefs.

    • Rates Audit: We review your past business rates payments and identify any overpayments or missed reliefs.

  • Based on our comprehensive review, we provide tailored advice and strategies to help you reduce your business rates liability:

    • Relief Application Support: We assist in preparing and submitting applications for business rates relief, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete and accurate.

    • Negotiation with Local Authorities: Our team engages with local authorities on your behalf to negotiate favourable rates and secure the maximum relief available.

    • Appeals and Disputes: If you believe your rateable value is incorrect, we can represent you in appeals and disputes with the Valuation Office Agency.

  • We provide continuous support to ensure you remain compliant and fully benefit from available reliefs:

    • Rate Changes and Revaluations: We keep you informed of any changes in business rates legislation or property revaluations that may affect your rates liability.

    • Regular Reviews: We conduct regular reviews of your business rates situation to identify new opportunities for relief and ensure ongoing compliance.

    • Expert Guidance: Our team is always available to answer your questions and provide guidance on managing your business rates effectively.