Business Rates-Change of Occupancy
How we provide this service
Information on making sure accurate business rate bills are issued as promptly as possible is supported by Finance, Revenues.
Fax: 01775 711253
Email: businessrates@sholland.gov.uk
Address: South Holland District Council, Revenues Team, PO Box 8, Priory Road, Spalding, Lincs. PE11 2XQ.
What to do to get this service
Telephone 01775 761161 or alternatively email businessrates@sholland.gov.uk
Who can apply?
Anyone who is currently, or may become, a business ratepayer in our area.
How much will it cost?
All advice and guidance is free.
How long will I have to wait for a response?
The majority of enquiries receive an immediate response. A few of a more technical nature will receive a response within 10 working days.
How long will the whole process take?
Most matters are dealt with within 10 working days of us receiving the information.
Contact Name for this service
Revenues
Links to forms, leaflets and websites providing more information
NDR Change of Circumstances Form (PDF, 5KB)
What do I need to provide?
Confirmation in writing is required if a property is purchased, sold, leased or becomes empty.
Common Questions
Q. How much is the business rates for the property?
A. Every property is different therefore you can contact us on 01775 761161 and ask for the Business Rate Section.
Q. How do I make my payments?
A. You can pay using the following methods:
This is a simple and convenient way for you to pay. Just phone us to set it up. Please remember to have your bank details ready when you phone. Alternatively, you can call into our offices and complete a direct debit mandate.
Debit Card Only. Visit our website sholland.gov.uk and go to the "Do It Online" section. Click on payments and follow the instructions.
- Telephone Payments - Anytime, Any Day - Debit Card Only:
Just ring 0845 6031714 (your call will be charged at local rate). You can also check your account balance using this service.
To pay us, please quote our bank sort code, 30-00-00 and our bank account number 00211567. Don't forget to also quote your Business Rate reference number. Please allow 5 working days for your payment to reach us.
You can pay at any post office by filling in a Standard Transcash form. You will have to pay £2.20 each time you use this service. Your payment needs to go the Council's Girobank Account number 2154625. Don't forget to quote your Business Rate reference number. Please allow 5 working days for your payment to reach us.
Please make your cheque payable to South Holland District Council and send it to PO Box 8, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 2XQ. You should write your Business Rate reference number on the back of the cheque. If you are sending a cheque for more than one account please list the account numbers and the amount you are paying for each one. Post dated cheques cannot be accepted. It is not safe to send cash through the post.
Visit our Payment Office, Priory Road, Spalding on any weekday between 8.30am and 4.45 pm. You can pay by debit card, cheque or cash.
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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.
