Under the current rules, self-catering accommodation must generally be available for commercial letting for at least 252 days and achieve 182 days of actual letting to qualify for non-domestic rates, subject to existing averaging provisions.

The government consultation will evaluate whether a reduction to the 182-day rule is appropriate.

The consultation also seeks views on five proposed exemptions, including accommodation forming part of wider businesses, properties subject to relevant planning restrictions and accommodation located on farms.

Welsh Conservative Tyler Chambers is encouraging people to make their opinions heard with the consultation closing this Friday, 23 October.

He said: "With the consultation closing this Friday, I would encourage anyone with an interest in the future of tourism in Wales to make their voice heard.

"Tourism is absolutely vital to our rural economy. Across Mid Wales, hardworking families have invested their time, money and livelihoods into building businesses that bring visitors into our communities, support local shops and pubs, and provide valuable work for local people.

"These businesses are an important part of our rural economy, and we need a system that recognises the contribution they make.

"You can make a property available for 252 days a year, but you cannot guarantee that visitors will book it for 182.That is the reality facing many self-catering businesses, particularly in rural areas where demand is seasonal and factors such as location and property size can make a considerable difference.

"The Welsh Conservatives have made a clear commitment to reducing the threshold to 105 days. We believe this would provide a more realistic and proportionate approach, while maintaining an important distinction between genuine commercial accommodation and second homes.

"My concern is what happens if meaningful changes are not made. Businesses that fall short of the threshold can face substantial additional tax liabilities, affecting their ability to invest, plan ahead and support the local economy.

"When a rural tourism business struggles, the impact can extend well beyond the property itself. Our village shops, pubs, restaurants and local tradespeople all benefit from the visitors these businesses attract.

"The proposed exemptions are also an important part of this consultation. We need to make sure they are clear, practical and recognise the different circumstances in which genuine tourism businesses operate.

"I recognise the importance of addressing housing pressures in communities across Wales, but I firmly believe we can strike a fair balance that supports local housing needs alongside a strong and sustainable tourism industry.

"Above all, I want to see a system that gives genuine businesses the confidence to invest in their future, rather than leaving them uncertain about whether they will meet an annual letting target.

"There is still time to make a difference to this consultation. Whether you own a self-catering property, work in tourism, run a local business that benefits from visitors or simply care about the future of our rural communities, please take the opportunity to have your say.

"The Welsh Government has an opportunity to listen to the people directly affected by these rules. I hope it takes that evidence seriously and delivers meaningful changes that work for businesses and communities across Wales."

The consultation also seeks views on five proposed exemptions, including accommodation forming part of wider businesses, properties subject to relevant planning restrictions and accommodation located on farms.