Setting of Rates

Rating Levels

Rating levels are primarily driven by levels of service. That is, a reduction in a level of service means that Council is doing less and, therefore, costs and associated funding requirements (e.g. rates) will decrease. An increase in a level of service provided by Council will generally mean an increase in costs and rates required.

The various rates are set out in the Funding Impact Statement included in the 2026-27 Annual Plan.

Setting of Rates

Each property in the district pays toward the provision of facilities and services for the community through rates.

All rateable properties pay a Uniform Annual General Charge (UAGC) which is the same amount for all properties. They also pay General Rates which are calculated on the capital value of the property.

Where services are provided to some areas of the district and not in others, or where Council believes there is a greater benefit to some properties, a Targeted Rate is applied to those properties that have access to or benefit from a particular service. More information on the sources of the Opotiki District Council funding is contained in the following information.

Rates Resolution 2026-2027

The Rates Resolution is a formal decision made by Council to determine the rates applicable to rateable properties within the community. These rates align with the second year of Council’s Long-term plan 2024-34 and the funding impact statement.

Council approved the rates resolution for the 2026-2027 year at an Extra ordinary meeting on 29 June 2026. Click the link to view the rates resolution approved by Council.