What are the reasons why rates may be remitted or postponed?

Council enables rates to be remitted or postponed for a number of reasons, such as:

  • providing relief from rates to groups providing non-governmental, not-for-profit community support services.
  • contributing to district sustainability through providing relief to property owners who have voluntarily protected significant natural features.
  • postponing payment if ratepayers are experiencing severe financial hardship and/or are older. 
  • ensuring homeowners who live in commercial or industrial zoned areas are not unduly penalised.

For other categories, please see our Rates Remission & Postponement Policy.

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