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Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us at an online or in-person event where you find out more about Local Government Organisation, ask questions and find out how to have your say. 


Weather warning

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain and thunderstorms from Friday 18 July and an amber weather warning on Saturday 19 July. Read our advice during severe weather for more information.  


Essential maintenance to our planning services

There will be disruption to our planning services from Thursday 17 July to Saturday 19 July. This is whilst we carry out some essential maintenance. You will not be able to search or comment on a planning application during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience. 

Business rates reliefs and exemptions

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Small business rate relief

You might be entitled to small business rate relief for your property. This will reduce your business rates bill.

Mandatory rate relief

Rate relief is a reduction from the council on your business rates bill.

Empty property relief

You do not have to pay business rates for empty premises for three months after they become empty.

Retail Hospitality and Leisure Relief 2025

Find out about the Retail Hospitality and Leisure Relief 2025

Discretionary rate relief

We can use our discretion to grant relief to businesses and organisations in a wide range of situations.

Subsidy control

New subsidy allowances were established for the COVID-19 business grants schemes in March 2021.