What are the rate relief options?
The following are the rate relief options available:
| Rate rebates | We provide rate rebates for certain property types such as schools, churches and some community organisations. Please refer to Council’s Rebate Policy for further information. |
| Postponement of rates | Ratepayers who have a state seniors’ card may apply to postpone payment of rates on their principal place of residence for any amount above the first $500, which is subject to meeting certain criteria. |
| Assistance for hardship | Ratepayers experiencing hardship are encouraged to contact council to discuss their situation. |
| Rate capping |
A Rate Cap is to apply to eligible residential ratepayers’ principal place of residence to protect individuals against increased rates brought about by substantially increased property valuations. Rate Capping is available to eligible ratepayers for increases in general rates = 4% for pensioners and 12.5% for all ratepayers. Conditions apply. Applications close 31 October each year. Application forms are available on the Rate Capping page. |