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My property is in a poor state of repair.
This type of issue can often be resolved by contacting your local valuation office. You will need to find your property first, if you haven′t already done so.
We can only consider reducing your property′s rateable value if it is beyond economic repair. You will need to provide reasons why you think this is the case.
When we value property we assume that it is maintained and in a reasonable state of repair. This ensures fairness by treating all property in the same way.
Before submitting an appeal:
- If your property is in a poor state of repair, contact us to discuss if we can reduce the rateable value.
- If your property is derelict or is under-going major renovation, contact us to discuss the options.
What to do next
Or
- Make an appeal. Before making an appeal, please check your property′s details as we use these to work out your rateable value.
Please note that you will first need to find your property, if you haven't already done so.
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