You will be liable for business rates if you use a building or part of a building for non-domestic purposes
- An occupier of a non-domestic property, as an owner or tenant
- An occupier of a non-domestic property with a signed tenancy agreement, even if you have not moved in or started trading
- A landlord of a non-domestic property, without a tenant.
If you’re unsure if you should be responsible for business rates, visit our webpage About business rates | Knowsley Council or the GOV.UK website.
Why is it important to register?
If you move into a non-domestic property, or own one that is occupied or vacant, please contact us straight away so we can:
- Calculate the correct charge for you
- Apply any relief or exemption
- Send you an accurate bill as soon as possible.
How to tell us you are moving into a property in Knowsley
Complete the form below. You will need:
- Your landlord's details (if you are renting or leasing the property)
- Your solicitor's details (if you have bought the property)
- Your bank details (if you wish to pay by direct debit)
- Your registration number (if you are a LTD company or Charity). It’s usually 8 digits long, or sometimes two letters followed by six digits). You’ll find it on your Certificate of Incorporation, Companies House correspondence, or by searching your company name on the Companies House register.
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