Hardship Rate Relief
Hardship Rate Relief for a non-domestic property is intended to help a business recover from a temporary crisis, financial or otherwise, as a result of exceptional circumstances.
Who it is for
Most non-domestic properties, including those owned or used by voluntary organisations, will be eligible for Hardship Rate Relief if they meet certain conditions. However, properties such as car parks, advertising hoardings, telecommunications masts and towers, and cash machines (ATMs) will not be eligible.
Support you can get
Hardship Rate Relief scheme covers unforeseen events and exceptional circumstances. Land & Property Services (LPS) considers each application on a case-by-case basis.
Exceptional circumstances will usually be circumstances that are from outside the business, are beyond the normal risks faced by businesses, and cannot be foreseen or avoided. This crisis would have to result in a significant loss of trade or effect on the provision of services. The effect of strikes within a business or increased running costs and competition would not qualify as exceptional circumstances as these are normal business risks.
Support organisers
- Land & Property Services (LPS)
- Department of Finance (DoF)