How Municipal Rates Are Calculated

Understanding how your municipal property rates are calculated.

Rates are a tax based on property value, funding municipal services.

Calculation

Property Value x Rate in the Rand

Municipalities revalue every 4-5 years. You can object if you disagree.

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