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Details of the exceptions to copyright that allow limited use of copyright works without the permission of the copyright owner.
How the Valuation Office Agency calculates your rateable value for business rates.
How to end a commercial lease early, what happens if you break the terms of your lease, use a clause in your agreement
Business rates are charged on most non-domestic properties - who has to pay, how your rates are calculated, getting a revaluation, what to do if your premises change.
Find out when transactions involving land and buildings are exempt from VAT.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) for business properties - apply, exemptions, displaying a certificate, fines and penalties
Guidance for commercial and non-commercial users on the orphan works licensing scheme.
Guidance to landlords of privately rented non-domestic property on complying with the 2018 ‘Minimum Level of Energy Efficiency’ standard (EPC band E).
Check if you can get a reduction in your business rates bill with business rates relief and find out how to apply.
Managing asbestos for your premises, your responsibilities, asbestos regulations, keeping records, health and safety, finding accredited surveyors, penalties
As a tenant renting out a commercial property, you have certain responsibilities including maintenance, health and safety, and making provisions for your staff and visitors
How to get permission to copy a creative work for which the right holder(s) cannot be found ie an orphan work.
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) asks for rental and lease information to assess the rateable value of non-domestic properties.
Most tenants have the right to renew a lease - exceptions and landlord's rights to refuse a renewal of a lease
When and how you need to report disposals of UK property or land to HMRC and pay Capital Gains Tax if you're not a resident in the UK.
An example of the Coal Authority's Non-Commercial Use Licence that may be applied for.
Decide which activities are business or non-business for VAT purposes if you're a local authority or other public body.
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