Rates Remission - Māori Freehold Land - Economic Use and Development (Category B)

Published 14 August 2026
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A formal application is required for consideration, and this application should outline the reasons for which you are seeking a remission. The application will be investigated and the applicant will receive written response about the outcome. The outcome will be notified within 10 working days. In the event whereby an applicant is not satisfied with the response, the applicant can request a further review in writing and the application will be referred to Council for its consideration.

The Māori Freehold Land Rates Remission Policy needs to be read prior to, and in conjunction with this application form. For a full copy of the Rates Remission Policy Click Here  or contact our Customer Services Team on 0800 932 4357 or 07 878 0800 for a paper copy to be sent.

Applications must be received by 30 April for the following rating year commencing 1 July.

Note: It is the obligation of the applicant/s to advise Council of any change of use that may affect eligibility for rates remission, under this category.