How business rates valuations are calculated
Business rates: appealing your valuation
When Land & Property Services (LPS) values your property, you will receive a Certificate of Valuation showing the capital valuation. If you think the valuation is incorrect, you can appeal this decision to the Commissioner of Valuation.
Appeal your rating valuation
To appeal your valuation, you must complete the and return it to the Commissioner of Valuation. You have 28 days to appeal this decision.
Further appeals
If you remain dissatisfied with the Commissioner's decision, you can appeal your rating valuation to the - domestic or mixed properties where the Net Annual Value (NAV) is less than £12,500 - or the for all other non-domestic properties.
You must pay your business rates while you are waiting for a decision. If your appeal is successful, LPS will refund any amount overpaid, along with interest, if applicable.
Seeking independent advice and the NAV
During any discussion with LPS about your business property's NAV, you do not need to have independent representation.
However, if you or your company wish to be represented or seek independent advice, members of the and the are qualified and regulated by rules of professional conduct.
Before employing a rating adviser, you should check that they have:
- the necessary knowledge and expertise
- appropriate indemnity insurance
Be careful about paying consultants up front either for their services or for them to lodge appeals on your behalf. If you are unsure, you should seek further guidance from the RICS or IRRV before entering into any contract.
Further information
If you have a query regarding your business rates, .
