Rates Concessions

Pensioner Rebate

Claim a rebate funded by the State Government of up to 50% (capped at $750.00) off the current year’s rates and 50% off the Emergency Services Levy. Please refer to the State Government's website for details. Rebate applicable to rates and ESL only; all other charges are to be paid in full.

To be eligible for rebates under the Rates and Charges (Rebates and Deferments) Act 1992, an applicant must:

• Be the owner and reside in the property on July 1 of the rating year,
• Be a pensioner either:
  • in receipt of a pension and hold a pensioner concession card, or
  • hold a state concession card, or
  • hold both a Seniors Card issued by the WA Seniors Card Centre and a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card,
• Be an owner or person with relevant interest Lease for Life occupier and reside in the property on July 1 of the rating year,
• Have registered entitlements with the Water Corporation.

Payment of rates may also be deferred by eligible concession card holders, however services (like rubbish) must be paid in full.

Seniors Rebate

Seniors who meet the eligibility criteria are entitled to claim a rebate of up to 25% off the current year’s rates limited to the amount of $100 and 25% off the ESL only. All other charges are to be paid in full.

To be eligible for concessions under the Rates and Charges (Rebates and Deferments) Act 1992, an applicant must:

• Be the owner and reside at the property on July 1 of the rating year
• Be a senior in possession of a State Seniors card issued by the WA Seniors Card Centre
• Be an owner or person with relevant interest Lease for Life occupier and reside in the property on July 1 of the rating year
• Have registered entitlements with the Water Corporation.

A pro-rata rebate on Council rates and ESL to pensioners and seniors may be available.

To obtain your rebate you must clear any outstanding arrears.

Please contact the City to make an arrangement.

If your circumstances change, please advise the Water Corporation on 13 13 85 or visit their website.