Rates and Water Certificate

​​​​​A rates and water certificate (or rates search) can be requested to ascertain the current rates position of a property.

The following information is provided on a Rates and Water Certificate:

  • Unimproved value
  • Current rates position
  • Water meter details (including special water meter reading)
  • Property related debt.

To obtain a rates and water certificate, simply complete a Rates Search Form​​​ and return to your local Council Customer Service Centre​ with payment of the relevant fee (payable by cash, cheque or credit card).

Please allow seven (7) working days from date of receipt for your Rates and Water Certificate to be completed.​