AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
WATER RATES ORDINANCE 1974

EXPLANATORY MEMORANDUM
No. 31 of 1974

		The proposed Ordinance will amend the Water Rates Ordinance 1959‑1973 to introduce the cyclical billing of water rates with sewerage and general rates and to increase the water rate.

		A Canberra ratepayer will have the option of paying water rates on a quarterly basis instead of annually as at present.  This arrangement will be subject to payment of a $1 fee.

		Provisions relating to the Hall water supply system will be repealed while special provision will be made in respect of  proportionate liability for rates in respect of residential flats.

		Other amendments of a technical nature will also be incorporated.

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