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Occupied Properties Exempt From Rating
The type and use of some occupied properties mean that they are exempt from paying Business Rates. A property that is exempt may not have a Rateable Value as the Valuation Office Agency does not have to legally give them a value for Rates.
Such properties will not be included in the Valuation List, and we will not charge any Rates on them, whether they are being used or not.
Types of Exemptions
The most common exemptions from rating are:–
Agricultural Land and Buildings
Fish Farms
Places of public religious worship
Sewers and Property of drainage properties
Public Parks
Non-Domestic buildings for use by those with disabilites
Non-domestic buildings or parts of non-domestic buildings, which cater for the needs of people with learning disabilities.
How can I claim the exemption?
If you think you have been charged Rates on a property such as this, the property will need to be re-assessed by the Valuation Office Agency. Whilst we have no power to remove a property from the Rating List, you may wish to contact us at Business Rates for advice on whether the property you occupy should be Rated.
The Valuation Office Agency
Cathedral Court
1 Vicar Lane
Sheffield
S1 1HD
Cathedral Court
1 Vicar Lane
Sheffield
S1 1HD
Tel: (0114) 289 4600
Fax: (0114) 289 4688
Fax: (0114) 289 4688
E-mail: sheffieldgroup.vo@voa.gsi.gov.uk
Where is Cathedral Court? Get a map here
Even if your property is not exempt from rating, you may still qualify for a reduction. See Am I entitled to any Relief section for details.
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