Tribunals · Stevenage Borough Council · 2023 rating list

15, GATEWAY 1000, ARLINGTON BUSINESS PARK, WHITTLE WAY, SG1 2FP

Offices and premises Decided 1 May 2025 CHG101150771 Altus Group - Oakland - Manchester/Ryan Property Tax Services UK Limited

OutcomeAllowed in partThe tribunal reduced the rateable value, but by less than the ratepayer sought.
Original RV£34,250£185/m²
Ratepayer sought£120
VO conceded first—
Tribunal decided£27,750£150/m²

Figures are as stated in the decision; a dash means the document does not state that figure. This decision covers 4 properties; the figures shown are for the first listed.

What was argued and what the tribunal found

The appellants argued for a reduction in the price per m² from £185 to between £120-£140 based on limited rental evidence, contending the adopted price was excessive. The tribunal found that whilst rental evidence was limited, the two best comparables (6 Arlington Court at £122-£125/£140 per m² and 10 Gateway 1000 at £183 per m²) supported a middle position, and determined that £150 per m² was a reasonable price between the lower and higher rental evidence, being close to the lease renewal level.

Summary generated from the decision text and checked against it. The appellant was Tripartum Limited; Gritit Limited; Streets Chartered Accountants and Tollers LLP, represented.

Grounds argued

  • Rental evidence
  • Comparable assessments (tone)
  • Valuation method
Evidence
Rents, Expert report
Cases cited
Gardiner & Theobald LLP v David Jackson (VO)
Hearing
3 April 2025

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