Rates and responsibilities

Details on rates, including payments, capping, the rating process, how proceeds are used and your responsibilities as a ratepayer.

Pay your rates

View available payment methods and how to use direct debit so you're always on time.

Find out how to read your rate notice, what each charge means, how your rates are calculated and answers to common questions.

You can register to receive your Rate Notice electronically, via eNotice or BPAY View.

Please notify Council if you change your details to ensure rates notices are delivered correctly.

Get details on our hardship policy, pensioner rebate policy and non rateable land.

The average general rate and municipal charge can only increase each year up to a certain percentage cap. Find out how this works in Darebin.

Property valuation is carried out by State Government in accordance with state legislation. Councils are responsible for issuing rate notices.

Rates are used to pay for services such as garbage collection, lighting, parks, libraries, roads, emergency services, community care and more.

Fences, boundaries and problem-solving with your neighbours.

Property owners and residents are responsible for the upkeep of their property. Fines can be issued if local laws and regulations are not met.

Owners must ensure their property follows building regulations and that renovations have Building Permits.