Business rates relief / Charitable Rate Relief
Charitable rate relief
Charitable rate relief gives charities and community amateur sports clubs 80% off business rates on qualifying property, with up to a further 20% available at the council's discretion.
Registered charities and community amateur sports clubs get 80% mandatory relief on properties used wholly or mainly for charitable purposes. Councils can grant a further 20% discretionary relief on top.
Check if you're missing this on your billWho qualifies
- You're a registered charity or community amateur sports club.
- The property is used wholly or mainly for charitable purposes (including charity shops selling mainly donated goods).
How to claim
- Apply to your council with your charity registration details.
- Ask about discretionary top-up relief to cover the remaining 20%.
Questions
How much relief do charities get?
80% mandatory relief, plus up to a further 20% at the council's discretion, potentially making the property rates-free.
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