Journey

Challenge your Scottish business rates

Step-by-step guide to appealing your business rates valuation in Scotland, from checking your rateable value through to an appeal to the Local Taxation Chamber of the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland.

Running Updated 3 November 2026

  1. Check your current rateable value

    Understanding business rates in Scotland

  2. Identify your grounds

  3. Submit a proposal to the Assessor

    Appeal your business rates valuation in Scotland

  4. Appeal to the Local Taxation Chamber (if unresolved)

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