Business Rates: Frequently Asked Questions

Business rates are payable on business premises. Charities and non-profit making organisations may be eligible for relief.
  1. What is the Business Rate?
  2. What are non-domestic rates?
  3. Will there be any charge on empty properties?
  4. What will happen to charities?
  5. How can I pay my rate bill?
  6. Do I have to pay business rates?
  7. How is my business rate bill calculated?
  8. When must I pay my rate bill?
  9. What if I think my rateable value is too high?
  10. What if my bill has increased substantially as a result of the year 2005 revaluation?
  11. What if my bill has reduced as a result of the year 2005 Revaluation?
  12. What is Rural Rate Relief and how can I inspect the list of qualifying rural settlements in the Royal Borough?

Contact Information:

By post:  Business Rates, Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead SL6 1RF

By telephone: 01628 796623 or 01628 796965

By email:  business.rates@rbwm.gov.uk

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