Rates rebates and deferments are available to eligible pensioners and seniors. Find out about eligibility and how to apply.
Rebates and deferments available
| Card type | Rebate percentage | Maximum rebate amount | Deferment option |
|---|---|---|---|
WA Seniors Card (SC) | Up to 25% | Capped amount | Not available |
WA Seniors Card (SC) and Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC) | Up to 50% | Capped amount, reviewed annually | May be entitled to defer |
Pensioner Concession Card (PCC) or State Concession Card (SCC) | Up to 50% | Capped amount, reviewed annually | May be entitled to defer |
For more information on rebate amounts visit the Western Australia government website.
Deferment
If eligible, rates and service charges will be automatically deferred if not paid by 30 June or the due date if different.
Rates and charges will not be deferred if the property is:
- occupied under a right to reside or life tenancy under the terms of a Will of a deceased estate.
- subject to co-ownership, other than spouse/de facto, where not all owners are eligible pensioners. This includes shared equity arrangements.
- subject to a long-term lease in a retirement village, park home, lifestyle village or caravan park or
- occupied by persons that hold a WA Seniors Card only.
Deferred rates and charges:
- remain as a debt on the property until paid.
- are not required to be paid until the entitlement to defer ceases (that is, the person moves out, sells the property, or passes away and leaves no surviving spouse/de facto).
- may be paid at any time, but a rebate cannot be claimed when they are paid and
- do not incur interest charges.
Note: The ratepayer does not have to apply to defer, it automatically occurs at year end when the end of year rates processes are done.
Eligibility criteria
To receive a concession, you must:
- Hold an appropriate Pensioner Concession Card, WA Seniors Card, State Concession Card or a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card/WA Seniors Card combination and
- Own and occupy the property as your 'ordinary place of residence' on 1 July of the current financial year.
You're considered an owner if you:
- Be the owner or co-owner of the property registered on the Certificate of Title or
- Have a 'right to reside' at the property under the terms of a will (provided a copy of the appropriate documents is provided) or
- Hold a long-term lease in a retirement village, park home park or caravan/lifestyle village.
