Manuherekia at Shaky Bridge, Alexandra
Otago Regional Council rates are funds collected from property owners to support essential services and infrastructure in Otago.
On this page you can learn more about Otago Regional Council (ORC) property rates and how they are used.
You can also find search for ORC rates for your property. If you need to make a payment, add or update certain details such as direct debit (including cancellation), wanting your rates emailed to you (instead of physical paper) or have a rates enquiry, you can find it all here.
You'll find the Solicitor Portal here as well if you are engaged in the transfer of property ownership (conveyancing).
We collect rates directly from owners of property in Otago.
Want to know what your current rates are? Or find out where your rates are used? Look up your ORC property rates here.
We have different ways you can pay your rates, whether you want to pay in person, online, or automate the whole thing.
Do you have questions about rates? Check out our FAQs for answers.
Didn't receive a rates notice? A payment doesn't look right? Something else? Send an enquiry via my.orc.govt.nz and we'll get in touch.
Want your rates emailed? Need to update your email address? No problem.
Find all the forms you'll need to help with your rates, right here.
People on low incomes may be eligible for a rebate on their ORC rates.
Struggling to pay your rates or provide a community benefit? You may be eligible for a rates remission or postponement of your rates.
The Solicitor Portal is an online tool that helps solicitors and legal professionals access specific property information needed for ownership transfers. At ORC, the Solicitor Portal offers rates information, making property transactions smoother and more efficient by providing essential details for legal processes and transfers.
www.orc.govt.nz/rates
