Lanarkshire Valuation Appeal Panel - Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently asked questions

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1. I have received a citation telling me to attend a valuation appeal hearing, or a council tax appeal hearing regarding the banding of my house. I want to discuss it with somebody before the hearing to try to reach an agreement. Who should I speak to?

2. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal hearing. Why did I get this, as I cannot remember ever appealing in the first place?

3. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal or council tax appeal hearing. The date does not suit me. Can I have a fresh date?

4. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal or council tax appeal hearing. Do I need to present the case myself or can someone do it for me?

5. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal or council tax appeal hearing. I would prefer not to come. Can I do this in writing?

6. Will I receive a decision on the day of the hearing?

7. How many people are likely to sit on the committee to hear my appeal?

8. Who are the people who make will make up the committee?

9. Are the members of the committee used to having someone appear and present their own case?

They are very used to this and make allowances for the fact that an unrepresented ratepayer/council taxpayer will not be familiar with legal procedures.

10. I wish to record the proceedings, is this in order?

11. I wish to show evidence by way of a video. Is this in order?

12. If I lose my appeal do I need to pay expenses to the other side or to the Valuation Appeal Panel?

13. I have been asked to attend a valuation appeal hearing either in the morning or in the afternoon. Can you give me a more precise time for the hearing?

14. If I do not like the Valuation Appeal Panel's decision can I appeal to anyone else?