Business Rates Revaluation

Background

Business Rates were introduced on 1April 1990 at which time all Business premises were valued and their Rateable Values were entered into a local rating list.

The Business Rate legislation allows for business properties to be revalued every 5 years. The last revaluation took effect from 1 April 2005.

Local Rating List

A new list came into force on 1 April 2005. The list can be viewed at the:

• Civic Centre, Pershore
• Evesham Community Contact Centre, Abbey Road
• Droitwich Community Contact Centre, High Street.

You can also see the valuation list with a copy of your entry by visiting the Valuation Office website.

The Valuation Office, who are part of the Inland Revenue, are responsible for setting the rateable values. If you have any queries regarding your rateable value you should contact them.

Further information on business rates can be found at the My Business Rates website.