National Non-Domestic Rates (Business Rates) Discretionary Rate Relief Policy
Business Rates Discretionary Rate Relief Policy - General Principles
In deciding when to grant discretionary relief, the Council will consider the following:
- decisions under the policy will be made in accordance with statutory requirements and Secretary of State guidance.
- decisions will have regard to the interests of council tax payers and the Council's corporate priorities.
- priority will be given where the services provided are of specific benefit to residents and the local community.
- consideration will be given to whether the services provided replace, enhance or supplement current Council provision.
- the extent to which an award will support the Council's aspiration to promote and encourage economic growth, and in particular growth in the Non-Domestic Rating tax base and in employment opportunities for residents of the Borough.