Rates Rebates
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A rates rebate scheme is run by the Department of Internal Affairs for those on low incomes for since 1973.
The 2011/2012 Rates Rebate maximum rebate is $580.00. The income threshold is $23,240.00.
Additional income allowance for dependants remains at $500 per dependant.
Please Note: To be eligible to apply for the 2011/2012 Rates Rebate the Department of Internal Affairs requires you to be the legal ratepayer of the property and therefore have your name entered on the Rating Information Database (RID). As the legal ratepayer of the property you could either be the owner of the rating unit (property), or a lessee meeting certain criteria.
These criteria are set out in Sections 11(1)(b) and 11(2) of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 (LGRA). If your name is not on the RID and should be, you would need to seek legal advice before applying for a rebate.
Additional Resources
Download the latest application form or use the Rebate Calculator to determine if you qualify on the Department of Internal Affairs website.
View frequently asked questions on Rates Rebates here