Tribunals · Chelmsford City Council · 2017 rating list

8 High Street, CM1 1BE

Shop and premises Decided 8 October 2025 CHG101085284 Newmark Gerald Eve LLP

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

Original RV£67,000

Ratepayer sought—

VO conceded first—

Tribunal decided£60,300from 3 Jan 2022

Figures are as stated in the decision; a dash means the document does not state that figure. This decision covers 3 properties; the figures shown are for the first listed.

What was argued and what the tribunal found

The appellants argued that redevelopment works at Tindal Square materially affected the subject properties (food and beverage outlets), proposing a 15% MCC allowance. The Tribunal found that the works—including excavation, fencing, access restrictions, and closure of external seating areas—would have reduced a prospective tenant's rental bid. Trading figures for one outlet showed a 15-31% downturn during the works. The Tribunal rejected the 15% allowance but awarded 10% for Five Guys (no external seating impact) and 12% for Costa and Café Nero, finding these reductions appropriate to reflect the temporary impact on trade.

Summary generated from the decision text and checked against it. The appellant was Five Guys JV Limited, represented.