Rates and Valuations

Revenue from rates enables Baw Baw Shire Council to manage the Shire's assets and provide services to the community.

Receive Your Rates Notices by Email

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Farm Rate Concessions

The Farm Rate concession is available to owners of rateable land that meet Council’s definition of farm land. If you think you may be eligible but do not currently receive the discounted Farm Rate, you can apply by downloading and completing the form found here.

About Your Rates

Council rates are a property-based tax. The Capital Improvement Value of the property is multiplied by the rate in the dollar set by the Council.

Rates Concessions

Rates concessions are available for some pensioners and veterans, find out if you are eligible and apply online.

Paying Your Rates

Rates need to be paid in four instalments throughout the year.

Property Valuations

Property valuation is used to calculate how much you pay in Council rates.

Land Information Certificate Application Form

A Land Information Certificate Application Form is required when requesting information on a property (such as rates and charges). Click to learn more and obtain a form.

Apply for land to be made non-rateable

All land is rateable unless it qualifies for one of the exemptions detailed under Section 154 Local Government Act 1989.

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