Postponement of Auckland Council 2020 revaluation
All councils in New Zealand are required to revalue properties within a three-year period.
Earlier this year, Auckland Council commenced its latest revaluation exercise that would result in updated capital values being available on all properties in early November 2020. These valuations are one component in helping determine what portion of the region’s total rates an individual property owner pays.
COVID-19 and the lockdown have made it difficult to conduct a reliable revaluation this year. Property valuations are generated using recent sales data of comparable properties and other relevant market evidence such as rental levels. That sales data is currently limited, as COVID-19 has caused a significant drop in both the volume of property sales and the quality of rental evidence.
As a result, the Valuer-General has agreed to Auckland Council’s request to defer its 2020 general revaluation for one year because of difficulties caused by COVID-19.
Impact on rates
Rates will continue to be generated based on the current (2017) values in the same manner as the 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 rates have been.
Impact on property prices
Rating valuations are not intended for market use. They are a mechanism to allocate rates among property owners.
Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?
Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.
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27.5% I love it!
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32.4% Only in designated areas
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40.1% No, it should be outdoors only.
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Shoreline Adaptation Plans: Waitematā Harbour West and Weiti Estuary to Devonport Peninsula
We are preparing shoreline adaptation plans (SAPs) across the region.
The plans will:
- look at how we can adapt Auckland Council-owned land and assets to respond to coastal hazards and climate change over the next 100 years.
- promote the preservation and restoration of the coastal environment for future generations.
The areas relevant to your local board are:
- Castor Bay
- Milford
- Takapuna
- Belmont
- Vauxhall Bayswater
- Wairau Valley
- Westlake
- Devonport
- Stanley Point
- Bayswater
- Hauraki
- Narrowneck
- Sunnynook
- Forrest Hill
- Crown Hill
Help us plan for the future of our shoreline by clicking on 'Read More' to give your feedback.
Deadline to have your say is 26 September 2024.