Transitional Reliefs

General Revaluation Transitional Relief

The General Revaluation Transitional Relief caps bill increases caused by the 2023 revaluation.

The caps are a percentage of the amount you had to pay as at 31 March 2023.

The caps will not be adjusted for inflation and last for one financial year.

General Revaluation Transitional Relief caps on bill increases
Rateable Value (per property)	2023 to 2024	2024 to 2025	2025 to 2026
Up to £20,000	12.5%	40.6%	93.3%
£20,001 to £100,000	25%	87.5%	228.1%
Over £100,000	37.5%	140.6%	411.3%

The cap applies before any other reliefs.

This relief will automatically be applied to your bill.

Small Business Transitional Relief

The Small Business Transitional Relief caps bill increases if the 2023 revaluation meant that you:

are no longer eligible for the Small Business Bonus Scheme
saw a reduction in your eligibility for the Small Business Bonus Scheme
are no longer eligible for Rural Rate Relief

The maximum increase in your rates bill for each qualifying property compared to what you had to pay on 31 March 2023 is capped at £1,800 in 2025 to 2026.

The cap applies after any other reliefs.

Check how to apply with your local council.

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General Revaluation Transitional Relief

Small Business Transitional Relief