We charge Business Rates on most non-domestic properties, such as shops, offices and warehouses. This is one of the main ways in which local government is financed. The council keeps approximately 40% (before tariff payment) of the amount payable and the rest is passed back to central government and Surrey County Council.
The retained 40%, together with revenue from Council Tax, locally generated income and grants provided by the Government, is used to pay for the services provided by Epsom & Ewell Borough Council
Under Section 65 of the Local Government Finance Act 1992 we have a duty to consult with ratepayers and their representatives on our service expenditure proposals, including capital, for the next financial year. Below can be found links to our budget reporting and supporting documents.
Medium Term Financial Plan 2024-28
Financial Strategy Advisory Group meeting minutes 27 June 2025
- Financial Strategy Advisory Group 27 June 2025 - Strategic Financial Planning Report
- Appendix 1 - 2026/27 Strategic Financial Planning reporting timetable
- Review of Reserves
Strategy and Resources Committee 15 July 2025 - Strategic Financial Planning Report
Strategy and Resources Committee minutes 15 July 2025
Any comments you have on the above plans should be emailed to businessrates@epsom-ewell.gov.uk by 5pm on Friday 06 February 2026.