The Council has proposed to divide its administrative area into four parts with a zero rate levy applying to residential developments in North Solihull, a rate of £75 per sq m applying in 'mature suburbs' and 'town centres' and a rate of £150 per sq m applying in the 'rural area'.
For retail uses, a zero rate levy will apply to all developments within North Solihull. In the 'town centres' and all other areas a proposed rate of £300 per sq m will apply to supermarkets and convenience stores larger than 550 sq m, with a rate of £150 per sq m applying to convenience stores smaller than 550 sq m.
All other retail formats will be charged at £25 per sq m in the 'town centres' and £50 per sq m in all other areas if the plans are adopted.
A proposed zero rate levy will apply to all other uses throughout North Solihull. In all other areas, the proposed rates are £100 per sq m for restaurants and cafes, £25 per sq m for hotels, car dealerships, financial and professional services and residential institutions and a zero rate levy for all other uses.
The consultation is open until 26 April.
