There are two types of property in the eyes of empty rates: –
industrial = 6 months void period
non-industrial = 3 month void period
Have you missed an entitlement to a new “void period”? Did the former occupier go into receivership or administration? Is the property old and likely to be Listed?
Is your property capable of beneficial occupation? Is it a “relevant” hereditament? Did the former occupier go into receivership or administration? Is the property old and likely to be Listed?
Time is of the essence – Local Authorities are quick to gain liability orders at the Magistrates Court and empty rate mitigation is more effective when we have not fallen too far behind in business rate instalments.
We will perform a desktop appraisal to choose, from a list of potential actions, the best course for you. We will have reference to your timing and provide advice to you and, subject to your authorisation, correspond with the Local Authority on your behalf.
Armed with your instructions we can assess the validity of an empty rate claim, the ability to back-date rate demands and plan your liability going forwards. We can arrange for an immediate re-occupation to take place, not in the style of some of our competitors by placing junk in your property but by occupying your property as a business with staff present.
Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
3rd Floor 86-90 Paul Street
London
EC2A 4NE
Phone: 0203 888 1000
Email: enquiries@villiers.ltd
