Business Rates Relief Schemes
How we provide this service
Rate relief - available to some Charities, Non-Profit Making Organisations, Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASC) and Rural Businesses - this is supported by Finance, Rating and Recovery.
If the rateable occupier is a registered charity they can complete an application form for relief.
The mandatory relief available to a registered charity is 80%.
In some circumstances discretionary relief can also be awarded.
Information on how to register as a CASC is available from HM Revenue & Customs.
Any business applying under the Rural Rate Relief Scheme must be located within the boundaries of a rural settlement. We have a Rural Settlement List and maps available which show the boundaries of each settlement if you are not sure if your business property comes within one of them. Any business in the towns and villages of Crowland, Holbeach, Long Sutton, Pinchbeck, Spalding and Sutton Bridge will not be able to get help under the Rural Rate Relief Scheme as the populations in these areas are too large.
Hardship Relief
In exceptional circumstances the Council may grant relief to businesses suffering financial hardship. To qualify for the relief businesses must show:
- the ratepayer would sustain hardship if the authority did not do so; and
- it is reasonable for the Council to do so, having regard to the 'interests' of its council tax payers.
The 'interests' of council tax payers may go wider than direct financial interests. For example, where employment prospects in the area would be badly affected by a company going out of business, or where amenities of an area would be severely affected, for example, the closure of the only shop in a village.
To support their application businesses must supply recent accounts to confirm their financial circumstances.
Fax: 01775 711253
Email: info@sholland.gov.uk
Address: South Holland District Council, Benefit and Revenues Team, PO Box 8, Priory Road, Spalding, Lincs. PE11 2XQ
What to do to get this service
Contact the Rating and Recovery Section on 01775 761161 - ask for extension 4674. Alternatively you can call in to see us at our Priory Road, Spalding offices every weekday from 8.45am to 5.00pm. You can also email us at info@sholland.gov.uk
Who can apply?
Business Rate payers who meet the relevant criteria
How long will I have to wait for a response?
Most matters are dealt with within 10 working days of us receiving the information.
How long will the whole process take?
Renewal forms are sent out yearly and customers are advised of relief on the annual bill sent out in March.
Contact Name for this service
Rating and Recovery Section
Telephone number for this service
01775 761161
Links to forms, leaflets and websites providing more information
To view our policy on discrectionary rate relief go to
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As part of the 2010 re-valuation the thresholds will be increased from 1 April 2010. See Business Rates 2010 Re-valuation.
What do I need to provide?
As indicated on the application form
Common Questions
Q. How do I apply for relief ?
A. By filling in the application form and returning it to South Holland District Council.
Q. Do I have to apply each year ?
A. Yes. Once an application has been granted the Council will send an annual renewal form.
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Contact Details
If you have any queries about the information provided above, or require further information, please contact Customer Services on 01775 761161 or email info@sholland.gov.uk.
