Hi Rebecca
These are not always easy.
I think you need to determine that the premises are open for public worship. Are there signs outside the building indicating when members of the public can attend services?
If there are no signs it may be difficult to establish that it is for public worship.
You will need to ask for further information from this place of worship to establish that it meets the criteria for an exemption from rates.
Perhaps suggest that they obtain their own independent legal opinion on whether they should be exempt from rates.
Regards
Trevor
