Business Rates will not be payable in the first three months that a property is empty.  This is extended to six months in the case of certain industrial properties.

After this period, rates are payable at the standard occupied rate unless the unoccupied property rate has been reduced by the Government by order.

In most cases, the unoccupied property rate is zero for properties owned by charities and Community Amateur Sports Clubs.

In addition, there are a number of exemptions from the empty rate.  Full details on exemptions can be obtained from the Council.  Please contact us on 01803 861275 for further details.