Discretionary rate relief policy

Last Updated: 6 November 2023

Our discretionary rate relief policy (PDF 180KB / 6 pages) covers our powers to grant discretionary rate relief under Sections 43 to 49 of the Local Government Finance Act 1988.  This revised policy was adopted on 1 April 2017 and existing recipient will be re-assessed from April 2018.

Apply for discretionary rate relief

Discretionary rate relief for charitable organisations and sporting clubs

Discretionary rural rate relief