On application, and subject to Council approval, relief could be given up to 100%.

The amount of rates payable may be reduced due to the circumstances listed:

Mandatory Relief

Registered charities are automatically entitled to 80% mandatory relief.

Clubs registered under the Friendly Societies Act 1992, or similar non-profit making organisations, may be entitled to 80% mandatory relief.

• Download an application form for mandatory/discretionary rate relief (PDF).

Discretionary Relief

1. Charities - additional relief on their remaining amount payable.
2. Non-profit making organisations - relief may be granted up to 100%.

Official guidance on rate relief for charities and other non profit making organisations can be found on the web site of Department for Communities and Local Government. 

• Download an application form for mandatory/discretionary rate relief (PDF).

Small business rate relief

Information about small business rate relief is available here.

Rural Rate Relief

Rural settlement relief may be applicable for certain village shops, post offices, public houses and petrol filling stations within designated areas of less than 3000 people. Please note that from 1 April 2010 the rateable value limits to qualify have increased.

• View a list of the designated eligible areas.
• Download an application form at the bottom of this page.

Hardship Relief

Any business which is suffering hardship may make a claim for assistance with their rates. Applications are considered on their individual merits. Certain factors have to be taken into account, ie:

1. The effect of unemployment in the community should the business close.
2. The effect the closure of the business would mean to the local community,
   in terms of the loss of service provided to the council tax payer.
3. Last three years' audited account.

Further details can be obtained by contacting us  - please ask to speak to the business rates officer.

Please note, all of the Council’s forms, policies and other communications material can be requested in large print, Braille, audio or translated into another language. For further information please contact Customer Services on 0115 981 9911 or email customerservices@rushcliffe.gov.uk.