Where Your Rates Go
Rates are used to provide essential infrastructure and local services. If you own a home or business property you will pay rates to Council. These rates are determined in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993
Your rates contribute to the building of new facilities, improving infrastructure and protecting the environment in Hornsby Shire through:
COVID-19 Hardship Application
This form is to be completed by Ratepayers who are presently suffering hardship due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and wish to receive consideration in this regard. The information provided by completing this form will enable Council to determine eligibility for hardship support.
Get your rates notice sent to your email
Do away with paper rates notices and have them sent securely to your email.
Land values and council rates
How is your land valued? The NSW Valuer General has published a fact sheet to help you understand the land valuation system.