Rates Rebate
You could get a $530 rates reduction as part of the Government's rate rebate
scheme to provide assistance towards rates for low income earners.
The amount of rebate depends on a combination of your income, the amount of
rates you are charged, and the number of dependants you have. The maximum
rebate is $530.
What is a rates rebate (reduction)?
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It is a Government scheme to provide assistance towards rates for low income
earners
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The amount of rebate depends on a combination of your income, the amount of
rates you are charged, and the number of dependants you have
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The maximum rebate is $530
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Your spouses income is taken into account (that’s total household income)
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Your income for the period from 1 April 2007 to 31 March 2008 is used for the
calculation
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Income does not include the following:
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Disability Allowance
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Cash grants/capital payments
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War widow’s or war disablement benefits
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Medal or honour payments
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Grants for funeral expenses
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Prizes and winnings
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Family support
Am I eligible?
If this is you:
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Your income is low and
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You pay the rates on the address that you live at, and
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You were living there as at 1 July 2008, and
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Your name is on the rates bill
You may be eligible if:
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You are single, living alone and your income is low
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Your total household income (including spouse) is less than $21,180
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Your total household income exceeds $21,180, depending on the number of
dependants and the amount of your rates
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You are a couple whose only income is New Zealand Superannuation, and your
annual rates are more than $1,200 and you have no dependants
The rebate scheme is based on low income and the level of rates you pay.
I think I'm eligible - how do I apply?
You need to complete the form and either:
Complete the form, then ring 941 8888 or 0800 800 169 (Banks Pennisula
residents only) with proof of income and make an appointment to come into
one of our service centres.
or
Get an authorised person to sign the form (see details on the application form)
and send the form to PO Box 237, Christchurch – we will advise you of your
rebate.
Our staff are happy to help, but you must make an appointment and have all the
information with you when you come in.
To make your application you must have...
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Your 2008/09 rate account
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Proof of income - this could be an IRD summary of earnings (www.ird.govt.nz),
certificate of earnings from your employer(s), statement of interest from your
bank, details of share dividends, copy of your audited accounts if you are self
employed or any combination of the above.
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Proof of Work and Income payments are not required
Please note that your application cannot be processed without all the
correct information.
Our staff can tell you how much your reduction will be straight away.
Online - you can calculate your rebate by going to the Dept of Internal Affairs
website www.ratesrebates.govt.nz.
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