Groom London Ltd, 8 Gees Court, W1U 1JQ
Shop and premises Decided 20 November 2020 CHG100069083
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What was argued and what the tribunal found
The appellant, a hair salon company, sought a reduction in RV to nil for the period 30 April to 27 June 2018, when major refurbishment works were carried out including new electrical wiring, plumbing, flooring, and ceiling repairs following flood damage. The tribunal found that the material day for assessment was 21 June 2018 (when the Check was received by the VOA), by which date the appellant confirmed only final decorative works remained. The tribunal concluded that at the material day a hypothetical tenant would not reduce their rental bid given the property was substantially refurbished and ready for occupation, and dismissed the appeal confirming the RV at £78,000.
Summary generated from the decision text and checked against it. The appellant was Adam Grooming Atelier Ltd, represented.
Grounds argued
- Change of circumstances
- Building works or disturbance nearby
- Change of circumstances
- refurbishment works
- Evidence
- Photographs, Expert report
- Hearing
- 9 November 2020
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