Business rates
Most businesses in North Devon must pay rates. The money collected from the business rates goes direct to central government who then distribute monies nationally around the country based on the adult population in each area.
Help for businesses: 2009-2010 Business Rates Deferral Scheme
The deferral scheme came into operation on 31 July 2009. This offers business ratepayers the chance to postpone payment of some of their rates bill for this financial year only over a three year period.
If your bill has increased as a result of the end of the current transitional relief scheme, then it may be possible to defer 60% of this increase. Other ratepayers can defer 3% of their total 2009-2010 bill. If you have less than 3% left to pay, you can defer your remaining balance.
Ratepayers can apply at any time up to 31 March 2010 provided that they have some of their bill left to pay. We would encourage you to apply straight away.
If you wish to take advantage of this scheme, you will need to complete an application form. The form asks for the ratepayers name, address of the property and its reference number (this can be found on the business rates bill). You need to complete these details, sign the form and return it to the address shown on the letter. Please note that you do not need to pay anyone to do this for you.
Application form for deferral scheme
Word 67kb
Pdf 26kb 
Guidance on the deferral scheme pdf 3,462kb
Further information and practical advice can be found at:
www.businesslink.gov.uk the official government website for businesses of all sizes
Most businesses in North Devon must pay rates. The money collected from the business rates goes direct to central government who then distribute monies nationally around the country based on the adult population in each area.
Help for businesses: 2009-2010 Business Rates Deferral Scheme
The deferral scheme came into operation on 31 July 2009. This offers business ratepayers the chance to postpone payment of some of their rates bill for this financial year only over a three year period.
If your bill has increased as a result of the end of the current transitional relief scheme, then it may be possible to defer 60% of this increase. Other ratepayers can defer 3% of their total 2009-2010 bill. If you have less than 3% left to pay, you can defer your remaining balance.
Ratepayers can apply at any time up to 31 March 2010 provided that they have some of their bill left to pay. We would encourage you to apply straight away.
If you wish to take advantage of this scheme, you will need to complete an application form. The form asks for the ratepayers name, address of the property and its reference number (this can be found on the business rates bill). You need to complete these details, sign the form and return it to the address shown on the letter. Please note that you do not need to pay anyone to do this for you.
Application form for deferral scheme
Word 67kb
Pdf 26kb Guidance on the deferral scheme pdf 3,462kb
Further information and practical advice can be found at:
www.businesslink.gov.uk the official government website for businesses of all sizes
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