A range of relief or reduction schemes are in operation, which you may qualify for. In accordance with Scottish Government guidance a list of all those receiving non-domestic rates relief will be published on a quarterly basis.
Small Business Bonus
Ratepayers who occupy in individual properties with a rateable value of up to £19,999 and combined rateable value of £35,000 or less and are occupied, may qualify for relief. Apply for a small business bonus
Transitional Relief
Provisions have been made by the Scottish Government to limit the increase of Non-Domestic Rates in certain circumstances. Apply for transitional relief
Empty Property Relief
Relief is available at 100% for the first 3 months followed by 10% relief. 100% relief is available in certain circumstances. Apply for Empty Property Relief
Fresh Start Relief
Relief of 100% may be granted for a period of up to 12 months for newly occupied properties in certain circumstances. Apply for Fresh Start Relief
New and Improved property Relief
Relief (also known as BGA) may be available to ratepayers of new build property and those expanding or making improvements to an existing property. Apply for New and Improved property Relief
Day Nursery Relief
Relief may be granted to a ratepayer where the premises are used wholly or mainly as a day nursery. Apply for Day Nursery Relief
Charitable and Sports Relief
Relief may be available if a property is occupied by a registered charity or sports club. Discretionary Relief may also be awarded where they meet certain criteria. Apply for Charitable and Sports Relief
Disabled Relief
Relief is available to establishments where nursing care is provided within the terms of the Rating (Disabled Persons) Act 1978. Apply for Disabled Relief
Rural Relief
Relief may be granted to a variety of properties within a designated rural settlement area with a population of less than 3000. Apply for Rural Relief
Religious Exemption
Buildings occupied by a religious body for the purpose of religious worship or related administration may be exempt from Non-Domestic Rates. Apply for Religious Exemption
Other reliefs such as Renewable Energy Generation Relief, District Heating Relief or Coronavirus Retail Hospitality and Leisure relief may be available. Please email the rates team at rates.team@fife.gov.uk for more information
Contacting us
Change in Circumstances
Please complete the appropriate Online Form below to apply for relief or to notify us of any changes in ownership or changes in tenancy.
General Enquiries
Email us at rates.team@fife.gov.uk to submit a general enquiry.
