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I've just discovered this forum and firstly can I say I think it's a great idea. Since I moved to Whakatane all I've heard is that the Council aren't listening to their community and I think this is a good way to improve on that.
I think an SUIP system is appropriate for some services, such as the ones where the 'customer' has an alternative or has an option to reduce their need for those services - for example waste management services. But the WDC UAGC isn't used for this. How is WDC going to work out what is a SUIP and what isn't? have you carried out a comparison of what difference this would make to lower socio-economic groups where they may often have two dwellings on one property that might qualify as a SUIP, and paying two UAGCs might make a very significant difference in their overall rates bill?
Can I ask also whether these posts are considered a formal response in a consultation process? Thanks
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| Council’s valuation providers advise Council on which properties contains SUIP’s and how many are contained on each property. To be classified as a SUIP, the property must meet the definition of a SUIP (Separately Used Inhabitable Part). In general terms it would be expected that the property could be occupied independently of any other property on that rating unit. For example, a SUIP would be expected to have kitchen and toilet facilities. Lower value properties identified as SUIP’s will experience a greater percentage rate increase, because Council has many fixed charges (Uniform Annual Charges). The policy changes adopted by Council through the rate review mean that the incidence of rating has moved from higher value properties to lower value properties. Helen Barnes WDC Chief Financial Officer
WDC Communications Manager
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I find the proposal of rating SUIPS unfair, initially the value of the property
means they already pay more for rates by having more dwellings,secondly,
dwellings used for extended families, elderly, - families being families looking
after their own have the added burden of paying extra rates. The increase
at his time on owners, some who are retired with limited incomes.
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If these folks are looking after extended family, helping them, and whilst on a pension or limited income, they surely the family who are being helped can contribute in some way towards the costs. Surely, whatever their circumstances they WILL be receiving some sort of income, they could show their gratitude by contributing in some small part towards the cost of their living with relatives. The ratepayers in general can't be expected to support x number of family members who for whatever reason are living in one SUIP.
My 2c
Lola
Don't mess with the Zohan.
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