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We are proposing to increase average rates by 3.9 percent in 2019/20.

The Council is planning to collect $325 million (GST exclusive) of rates during 2019/20. This figure reflects our efforts to manage the city's finances efficiently and prudently.


Who pays rates?

Whether you rent, own a home, or a business in Wellington, you'l be paying rates.

If you rent, your landlord pays the rates on the property you live in. If you own the property, you pay rates directly to Wellington City Council.

Your contribution helps us deliver services and pay for the borrowings used to pay for big projects across Wellington.

Image displays that whether you live in a single apartment, student flat or family home or own a business you pay rates to either your landlord or directly to Wellington City Council. Rates help fund things that happen within Wellington City.

The dotted line indicates rent that is paid to the landlord who pays rates, and the filled in line indicates that rates are paid directly to Wellington City.

To find your property and rates information visit our property search.


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