More information and useful contacts

The rates section in the local taxation office is the main source of information if ratepayers have any questions about their rate bill. Ratepayers will get contact details with their bill. For further information telephone 01323-443387 or e-mail businessrates@wealden.gov.uk

In addition the Office of the Department of Communities & Local Government (DCLG), and the VOA have a new website providing information on business rates. This website has links to the VOA and DCLG websites where you can get more detailed information.

The VOA has a wide range of information about a businesses rateable value. In many cases, you will be able to find a summary of how that valuation was decided on (a summary valuation) and an explanation of how the office decides to make valuations.

Background papers on the decisions the Government made and the legislation itself, can be obtained.