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Transitional relief limits how much your business rates bill can change each year as a result of a business rates revaluation. This means changes to your bill are phased in gradually if you’re eligible.
The latest revaluation took place on 1 April 2023 with a new transitional relief scheme announced by the Government. This scheme will support ratepayers who have seen a large increase to their bill following the revaluation.
The relief does not apply to increases due to changes to the property after 1 April 2023.
You stop getting transitional relief when your bill reaches the full amount set by a revaluation.
There is no need to apply for this relief, it will be awarded automatically to your bill.
The limits in place for the revaluation 2023 are as follows:
| Rateable Value | 2023/24 | 2024/25 | 2025/26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small RV up to £20,000 | 5% | 10% plus inflation | 25% plus inflation |
| Medium RV £20,001 to £100,000 | 15% | 25% plus inflation | 40% plus inflation |
| Large RV over £100,000 | 30% | 40% plus inflation | 55% plus inflation |
For the 2023 revaluation, properties that have had the rateable value reduction will benefit from the reduction straight away, rather than having the reduction phased in gradually.