Frequently asked questions
Who will be at the hearing?
- The members of the valuation tribunal
Usually, three members will hear your appeal, although two members can hear an appeal if everyone at the hearing agrees. One of the members will chair the meeting.
- The clerk
The clerk will act as an adviser on points of procedure and law. The clerk is a paid employee and does not take any part in the decision. However, the clerk is responsible for writing up the tribunal’s decision.
- A representative from the organisation whose decision you are appealing against (the valuation officer, the listing officer or the billing authority)
You will probably have already met or spoken to this person during the earlier stages of your appeal.
You or your representative
- Members of the public
The tribunal hearing is open to members of the public. However, usually the only other people who come to a hearing are those who are also waiting for their case to be heard.
We can hear your appeal in private if you ask us to, but you must have a good reason for this.