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Business Rates: Frequently Asked Questions

When must I pay my rate bill?

The monthly instalment is normally due on the 1st of each month, and if it is not received within 2 weeks, a reminder will be issued. Please remember the Royal Borough is only acting as an agent of the Government, collecting the income on its behalf, and passing it straight on. The Government will re-distribute the total of all Business Rate income to each Council on the basis of the needs of the area as a whole.

What is the Business Rate?
What are non-domestic rates?
Will there be any charge on empty properties?
What will happen to charities?
How can I pay my rate bill?
Do I have to pay business rates?
How is my business rate bill calculated?
When must I pay my rate bill?
What if I think my rateable value is too high?
What if my bill has increased substantially as a result of the year 2005 revaluation?
What if my bill has reduced as a result of the year 2005 Revaluation?
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