Aucklanders to find out rates tomorrow

Auckland ratepayers will be able to find out their rates for 2015/16 on Auckland Council’s website from tomorrow.

The ratings information database (RID) will be live at aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/rates from 9am where property owners can enter their address details and find out their rates. Information on payment options and assistance is also available online.

Due to expected high interest, the council is asking ratepayers to remain patient and check their rates either tomorrow night or over the next couple of days.

Of the approximately 454,000 residential properties in Auckland, the council estimates two per cent, or around 9,000 residences, will receive an increase of more than $1000.

It also estimates that 11.3 per cent, or around 51,000 ratepayers will receive a rates decrease, with 79.5 per cent set for an increase under $500 and 7.2 per cent to receive an increase of between $500 to $1000.

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