Landlords rates discount deadline approaching

Land & Property Services (LPS) is reminding landlords that their rate bill must be paid in full by Thursday 30 September 2021 in order to secure a 10% discount on this year’s rates.

If you are responsible for paying the rates on one or more properties that you rent out, you may be entitled to a 10% allowance on your current year’s rates. This allowance can only be awarded to eligible landlords who pay their bill in full by 30 September. Landlords are advised to allow a minimum of five working days for any payment to reach LPS. The discount does not apply to the rates due on a landlord’s home address, second home or personal holiday home.

For rented properties with a capital value greater than £150,000 where the tenant currently pays the rates, the landlord can enter into a formal agreement with LPS to ensure they are eligible for this allowance in the future.

For more information on terms and conditions and how to do this visit www.nidirect.gov.uk/rates-rental-properties

There are a range of ways to pay. Landlords can pay online at www.nidirect.gov.uk/rates or by contacting the LPS helpline on 0300 200 7801. For further details on payment methods and advice go to www.nidirect.gov.uk/how-you-can-pay-your-rate-bill.

Notes to editors:

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