Rates Certificate
Rates Certificate
A Rates Certificate (Section 603) provides a clear statement of all rates, charges, and amounts owed to City of Newcastle for a property as of the certificate date. Commonly required during property sales, it ensures all Council related financial obligations are identified and settled.
Application information
Urgent applications
One application per property
Newly registered property
Certificate validity
Application fees
Application fees vary based on several factors. To get a quote, simply click the 'Apply Now' button below. You'll be guided through a few quick questions, and we'll provide a tailored fee estimate before you proceed.
Additional fees may apply following a full review of your application.
Related articles
- Rates Enquiry - as your rates question.
- 10.7 Planning Certificate - to find out the zoning and planning controls on a parcel of land.
- Outstanding Orders and Notices Application - for information on any outstanding orders or notices against a parcel of land.
Submit application
Create or sign into your account
- As part of the application process, you'll be prompted to register or sign in to your account.
- Your account makes it easy to submit applications and requests, track their progress, view outcomes, and make payments all in one place.
- You can find more information and step-by-step guidance on creating a registered user account, as well as access to support services, on our Registration Enquiry article.
Next steps
- Shortly after submitting your application, you will receive an email confirming we've received it, along with a receipt for your application fees.
- We will review your application and the details you've provided, and we will send you the certificate as soon as everything is processed.
Time frames
- 603 Certificate - Your certificate will be issued in 24 - 48 hours.
- Urgent 603 Certificate - Your certificate will be issued within 24 hours.
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