新西兰将从2027年开始,将地方议会的费率升幅限制在每年2%至4%,但紧急情况除外。 New Zealand will limit local council rate hikes to 2%-4% annually starting 2027, with exceptions for emergencies.

新西兰将从2027年1月1日起将地方议会的增长率上限定为每年人均2%至4%,但自然灾害等极端情况除外。 New Zealand will cap local council rate increases at 2% to 4% per capita annually starting January 1, 2027, with exceptions only for extreme circumstances like natural disasters. 该政策不包括水费和其他费用,要求理事会寻求新的监管机构的批准,以超过限额,特别是对基础设施项目而言。 The policy, excluding water charges and other fees, requires councils to seek approval from a new regulator to exceed the limit, especially for infrastructure projects. 过渡阶段始于2027年,到2029年全面实施。 A transition period begins in 2027, with full implementation by 2029. 理事会必须就财政健康和长期规划提出报告。 Councils must report on financial health and long-term planning. 这一举措是包括废除地区理事会在内的更广泛改革的一部分,旨在平衡负担能力与基本服务的提供。 The move, part of broader reforms including abolishing regional councils, aims to balance affordability with essential service delivery. 批评者警告说,这可能会恶化基础设施赤字、削减军力服务,并导致私有化,敦促共同的GST等替代筹资办法。 Critics warn it may worsen infrastructure deficits, force service cuts, and lead to privatization, urging alternative funding like shared GST. 公众咨询一直持续到2026年2月,预计到年底将出台立法。 Public consultation runs through February 2026, with legislation expected by year-end.