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Tuesday, June 27, 1972

"Owners of closed buildings are advised to note that when closure

orders are lifted, their premises will be re-assessed for rates from the first

day of the month following the removal of the closure orders.'

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Occupiers of flats in the Mid-Levels district, who moved out of their

premises recently although their buildings were not affected by closure orders,

are liable for payment of rates, Mr. Fry pointed out that he has no authority

to cancel the assessments. Rates demand notes are now being sent to existing

addresses.

The Commissioner added: "Any ratepayer wishing to claim a refund of

rates on account of vacancy may do so by giving me due notice in writing not

later than July 15. It is important to note that rates cannot be refunded

unless they are paid on time during July and the premises have been vacant

for an entire month.

"A flat will be considered vacant only where it is entirely clear

of personal belongings and furniture.'

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Ratepayers of such premises who wish to apply for a refund, or who

may have any enquiries concerning the refund procedure, should telephone H-249021

and ask to speak to the Officer-in-charge of the Refund of Rates Section of the

Rating and Valuation Department. Explanatory leaflets on rates refund procedure

are available.

Ratepayers who have not yet received demand notes for rates for the

third quarter of this year are asked to enquire at the Treasury in Ice House

Street.

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