Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Team from a report by Gov.UK Housing. Read the original article for full details.
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has issued a new information letter outlining changes to the eligibility criteria for Supporting Small Business Relief. The amendments specifically address the treatment of vacant and reoccupied properties.
The correspondence, published on 26 May 2026, applies to England and forms part of the regular business rates information updates provided by the Ministry. The letter details how the eligibility for relief is affected when a property becomes vacant or is reoccupied.
Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware of these changes, as they may impact clients who own or manage small business properties. The updated criteria could influence business rates relief entitlements when properties transition between vacant and occupied status.
Further details are available in the official correspondence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Source: Gov.UK Housing