RATING continued...
We have achieved significant Rateable Value reductions and savings for a wide variety of office, industrial and retail occupiers during the current (2005) Rating List.
We can also advise on other opportunities for Rates liability reduction, for example by merging assessments.
On the horizon looms the 2010 Revaluation in England and Wales, which will present its own challenges, not least because the required valuation date of 1 April 2008 coincides with significantly reduced transactional activity in most of the commercial property markets. Hence the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) will face difficulties in obtaining the necessary rental evidence on which to value your premises.
The VOA is currently issuing Forms of Return to occupiers in order to collate this evidence. If you receive one and would like assistance in completing it or you simply wish to discuss your current liability, please contact Chris FitzGerald for an initial discussion without commitment.
