Tribunals · City of Westminster · 2017 rating list

2ND FLR, 33 ROBERT ADAM STREET, W1U 3HR

Office and premises Decided 27 November 2024 CHG100427394 Altus Group - Oakland - Manchester

OutcomeAllowed in partThe tribunal reduced the rateable value, but by less than the ratepayer sought.

Original RV£195,000£525/m²

Ratepayer sought£151,000

VO conceded first—

Tribunal decided£168,000£450/m²

Figures are as stated in the decision; a dash means the document does not state that figure.

What was argued and what the tribunal found

The appellant sought a reduction in the price per m² from £525 to £400, arguing that rental evidence for the subject property and comparable properties showed values lower than the adopted rate. The tribunal found that whilst rental evidence was of some assistance, the settlement at comparable properties (particularly 9-13 George Street at £472.50 per m²) was more persuasive. The tribunal determined that £450 per m² was reasonable, reflecting the difference in age and condition between the subject property and more modern comparables, resulting in an RV of £168,000.

Summary generated from the decision text and checked against it. The appellant was Apex Housing Group Limited, represented.