Purpose

The purpose of this report is to seek approval
for relief under section 44A of the Local Government Finance Act
1988

Decision

That the Portfolio Holder requires the
Valuation Officer to apportion the rateable value of the
hereditament between the occupied and unoccupied parts and certify
the apportionment under section 44A of the Local Government Finance
Act 1988.

Reasons for the decision

The Portfolio Holder requires the Valuation
Officer to apportion the rateable value of the hereditament between
the occupied and unoccupied parts and certify the apportionment
under section 44A of the Local Government Finance Act 1988.

Alternative options considered

The alternative to the proposal would be to
not require the Valuation Officer to apportion the rateable value
of the hereditament therefore, not allowing any alteration in
charge and subsequent relief.