Rating

Rating advice is a core activity of our business and our clients recognise that the Practice has an unusual combination of skills and experience. All staff involved in rating work have been employed within the Valuation Office Agency or in private practice for a number of years. This has lead to a thorough understanding of the "system". 

We handle a diverse range of property on a nationwide basis and as a result of our track record, we are often appointed to solve complex rating problems associated with specialised hereditaments. 

Property types with which we are currently involved include:

    • Historic Buildings
    • Offices
    • Industrial Premises
    • Research Establishments
    • HGV Testing Stations
    • Hi-tech Production Facilities
    • Museums and Art Galleries
    • Educational Establishments
    • "Sui generis" (one-off) Hereditaments

Services We Provide

2005 Revaluation

The 2005 Rating Revaluation has happened and many occupiers are seeing a significant increase in Rates Liability. Due to changes in the system it is still not too late to appeal as the 6 month time limit has now been removed. 

Typical services we offer include:

    • Inspection, Measurement & Valuation
    • Submission of Rating Appeals
    • Discussion and Negotiation with Valuation Officers
    • Valuation Tribunals
    • Advice on Rates Liability and for Budgeting purposes

Our fee basis will be tailored to your requirements, eg no win-no fee


For advice in relation to the 2005 Revaluation and any other rating matter please contact us.



Sunrise Hill Yard, East Ilsley, Newbury, Berkshire RG20 7LY Telephone: 01635 280100 Fax: 01635 281618 Email: info@powis-hughes.com

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