NSW Rates on Units about to jump

Some of the few things which make units more attractive than standalone houses is that you get more bang for your buck when buying a unit (though you don't get the land), smaller liability for land tax, lower rates and a few other benefits.

That may all be set to change now that Sutherland Council is putting its case to IPART. A unit will accommodate just as many people as a house of similar proportions, so why shouldn't council charge similar rates as a house (they don't provide any additional services to your lawn, driveways or garages)?

Will this be a game changer (on top of proposed changes to negative gearing, CGT discount etc depending upon the outcome of the federal election)?

 

In a LOT of countries, especially EU, municipal authorities do not distinguish between a house and a unit. It’s either per sqm or number of bedrooms.
Arguably, Units place as much pressure on infrastructure and council resources as houses.

I can see their point. Disclosure. I live in a unit.