Council Tax Valuation Band Reductions
How we provide this service
Council tax band reductions is supported by Finance, Benefits and Revenues.
The Valuation Office Agency, an executive agency of HM Revenue and Customs, is responsible for ensuring that all properties are placed in the correct council tax band according to their market value at 1 April 1991. This approach ensures all dwellings, new and old, are valued on a consistent basis.
There are eight bands, A being the lowest and H the highest.
The Government had planned a revaluation of domestic properties in England for April 2007, however this has been postponed. It is now unlikely to go ahead before 2010.
Fax: 01775 711253
Email: counciltax@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
You may appeal against your banding:
-Within 6 months of you becoming the council tax payer for the property
-The value changes because of demolition work, conversion, change of use or any physical change to the property's location
To appeal you will need to fill in a Valuation Office form "Council tax proposal to alter the valuation list".
These are available from the Valuation office or the council tax billing section and must be returned to the Valuation Office in Lincoln.
You will need to continue to pay your current council tax bill until you know if your appeal has been successful. Any money you have overpaid will then be refunded to you.
Who can apply?
The council tax payer for the property. Appeals must be made within 6 months of becoming the council tax payer. However the VOA will normally review a band if requested to do so as it has a legal obligation to ensure the lists are accurate.
Contact Name for this service
The Listing Officer
Valuation Office Agency
Queensgate House
12 Silver Street
Lincoln
LN2 1EW
Or Council tax Billing Section
Telephone number for this service
The Valuation Office Agency: 01522 340300
Links to forms, leaflets and websites providing more information
voa.gov.uk
What do I need to provide?
A completed Proposal To Alter The Valuation List Form
Common Questions
Q. My neighbour's house is the same size as mine. Why are our bands are different?
A. Contact the Valuation office in Lincoln and ask them to check their records.
Q. I have just bought a property. Why has the council tax band increased?
A. If there has been an extension or renovation to the property, the band may increase when the property is sold.
Q. Can I check what the council tax band is for my/any address?
A. Yes, you can do this on the Valuation Office website or by telephoning the council tax customer services section. Your own property's band is printed on your latest bill.
Q. Can I have the Valuation Band changed if I think it is wrong?
A. You may appeal against the valuation band if it is within 6 months of you becoming the council tax payer for the property or if there is demolition work, a conversion, change of use or any other physical change to the property's location. If you've been the council tax payer for more than 6 months, contact them for advice.
Q. Can I get a reduction for a factory or nuisance business nearby?
A. The Valuation Office may reduce your banding if the value of your property is likely to be affected and the physical state of the local area has changed. To appeal you will need to fill in a Proposal To Alter The Valuation List Form.
Printed leaflets available providing more information
Your guide to Council Tax, Budgets & performance
Council Tax - How your property is valued
Council Tax - What is a dwelling
Valuation Office Agency - Our charter for Council Tax
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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.
Benefits - Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit
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Council Tax Discounts
Council Tax Exemptions
Council Tax General Information
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