What is a Rates Clearance Certificate?

• When a property owner wishes to sell a property, all service charges have to be settled in advance, as required by National Legislation.
• Once the account is settled, a Certificate of Clearance will be issued to the firm of Attorneys handling the Transfer of the Property.
• This Certificate allows the Attorneys to lodge the Transfer Documents with the Registrar of Deeds, for the change of ownership to be recorded. 

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I own my property, why should I pay Rates on it?

• Rates on properties are charged by the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality in order for it to fund projects and maintenance work within the Municipal area.
• These projects and maintenance refer to the likes of:
  • Roads;
  • Storm Water Drainage Systems;
  • Street Lighting;
  • Community Facilities (Libraries , Halls, Swimming Pools , Sports Facilities ); and
  • Other Services which directly or indirectly benefit the City's Residents. 

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What is a rates rebate and what are the benefits?

• The rates rebate is a "discount" of 40% applied to the consumer's domestic rates charges.
• A dwelling must be erected on the residential stand to qualify for the 40% rebate.
• This is also to encourage cproperty owners to develop their vacant stands.
• A copy of the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the building inspectors, must be handed or faxed to the relevant valuers in order todo a supplementary valuation of the new dwelling, where after the 40% rebate will become effective.
• The benefit may vary depending on the amount charged for rates. 

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Who qualifies for an further rates rebate?

• Pensioners (Receive combined (with spouse) income less than the limit determined by Council from time to time).
• Physically disabled.
• Indigent.
• Over 60 years of age.
• Occupy the property for schich rebate is applied.

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How do I apply for a rates rebate?

• Application forms are available from Customer Care Centers (CCC) .
• Application forms, together with the proof of income and proof of home ownership, must be submitted to the nearest office. 

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