Borken introduces new property tax: What does that mean for the citizens?

Borken introduces new property tax: What does that mean for the citizens?

in Borken something brews something! The city council has decided to advance the property tax reform and to introduce two different rates of residential and non-residential plots from next year. But the mood is tense! In the last council meeting, members said serious concerns how the population will accept the reform.

Property tax is an important source of income for the city with around 8.8 million euros annually, and is one of the five largest items in the urban budget. However, according to a judgment of the constitutional court in 2018, a reform was essential, since the previous evaluation methods for land was no longer up to date. The top of the administration is pushing for the implementation, but the uncertainty among the population could be a major obstacle.

controversy and challenges

The concern for the acceptance of the new regulations is great. The council members fear that citizens may not be behind the changes. Depending on the type of property, the introduction of different lifting rates could cause confusion and lead to resistance. An emotional topic that affects not only the coffers of the city, but also the walls of the citizens!

Time is pushing, because the reform must soon come into force. The city faces the challenge of clarifying the population and sensitizing the new provisions in order to avoid a possible rejection. How will Borken deal with this explosive situation? The coming months will be decisive!