Information On Business Rates

Changes to Rates on Vacant Premises 2025

At the Statutory Budget Meeting held on 25 November 2024, County Council Members resolved to adopt a scheme for the abatement of rates due to it by liable persons, or classes of liable persons, in

Pay my Rates Bill

Information on commercial rates, who is liable for rates, how rates are calculated and how to pay your rates.

Small Business Support Grant Scheme

Information on the Small Business Support Grant Scheme

Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial Rates

FAQ's on your Commercial Rates

Rates Relief Grant Scheme for Community Based Facilities

Rates Relief Grant Scheme for Community Based Facilities. Applicable to Charities, Not for Profit Organisations, Sporting Bodies and other Community Facilities.

Valuation & Revisions

Information on the valuation of commercial properties by the Valuation Office for the purpose of leving commercial rates by local authorites.

Vacant Premises Application (VPA Form)

Commercial Rates remain payable on vacant property. Submit your application to claim a discharge of rates on unoccupied premises here.

Changes to Rates Legislation 2024

As of the 1st of January, 2024 there has been a number of changes to Commercial Rates Legislation that may affect you.

Transfer of Interest in a Rateable Property

Submit your 'Section 11' notification where an interest in a rateable property is transferred and the person liable for rates changes.

Contact Rates

Contact details for the Rates Department.