During the initial 3-month period of Empty Property Relief (EPR), a vacant commercial property qualifies for reduced business rate liabilities. Certain types of buildings, notably industrial ones like factories or warehouses, may enjoy an extended EPR window of up to 6 months.

If the property is occupied within this EPR period, there’s a possibility to reset and repeat the process, resulting in approximately 50% savings on business rate liabilities each time.

Furthermore, clients have the option to utilise their premises for short-term storage or to facilitate the showcasing of third-party goods, such as artwork. These alternatives prove beneficial for clients needing occasional access to their property.

Opting for charitable property occupation can lead to a significant reduction in business rates, slashing costs by at least 80% and potentially even 100% in certain cases. By providing space for a charity to carry out its activities in your vacant building, you not only stimulate activity and engagement within the local community but also bolster the attractiveness and security of your property. Moreover, property owners can anticipate reduced expenses on insurance and security.

Halo Guardians aim to collaborates with various respected charities in local communities. These partnerships grant charities access to office, warehouse, studio, and performance spaces at no expense, offering mutual benefits for both property owners and charitable organisations.

Our Property Guardians are meticulously selected individuals, chosen to reside in empty properties for a monthly fee considerably lower than typical private rentals in the area. By legally occupying these spaces, our Halo Guardians serve as a deterrent against vandalism, theft, squatting, and deterioration. Comprising young professionals and key workers seeking affordable living arrangements near their workplaces, our Guardians inhabit city, Home Counties and across the United Kingdom.