Business rates
The Business Rates (NNDR) Office is responsible for collecting
rates from local businesses on behalf of central government.
A contribution is paid into a central pool and money is
re-distributed to billing authorities and major precepting
authorities to help finance the provision of local services.
Billing and collection
We issue rate accounts every March. Accounts are
based on the rateable value shown in the current local rating list,
times a rate multiplier set by central government, subject to a
transitional relief scheme.
**Please note**
Regulations have now been set by Parliament to allow you to
defer the increase in your business rates. We are in the
process of writing to every ratepayer in the borough, however,
you can find out more or apply now by downloading the fact
sheet and application form below.
How to pay
Please look at the Pay a Bill page to find out how and where
you can pay. You can also set up a direct debit to pay your
rates.
Your method of payment is shown on your NNDR bill. If you wish
to change the way you pay contact the Business Rates Section on
01695 585036.
Business rates balance enquiry
Enter the nine digits of your business rates reference
number (starting with N) to find out your
business rates balance. No personal information - like your
business' name and address - is given.
Rateable value
For information regarding the rateable value of your business
premises, or for an appeal form, contact: The Valuation Office, 104
Lancaster Road, Preston PR1 1LX
Tel: 01772 405700
Web: Valuation Office
(external link)
Downloadable forms
Contact
us
For further information contact: West Lancashire Borough Council,
The Business Rates Section, 52 Derby Street, Ormskirk L39
2DF
Tel: 01695 585036
Email:
business.rates@westlancs.gov.uk