PUNE: The civic body will start charging property tax from establishments in the recently merged 23 villages from the next financial year, starting April 1, 2022.
Around 1.6lakh properties will be added in the tax ambit of Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). On Tuesday, the civic standing committee approved a proposal regarding the same. PMC hopes to generate around Rs100 crore from the said levy per year.
As per the proposal, PMC will charge only 20% of tax for the 2022-23 fiscal. This will rise to 100% by 2026, in a phased manner. PMC officials said the villages will be liable to give around Rs100 crore in the first year.
“Before this, gram panchayats were charging the tax. It was around Rs90 crore per year. PMC will get more,” said Vilas Kanade, head of the property tax department.
Elected members and citizens of the 11 merged villages added to PMC in 2017 have been demanding a waiver of water tax, claiming that they do not get adequate water since the last four years. They also want tax to be charged as per old gram panchayat rates. Now, the denizens of the 23 merged villages have made similar demands.
Leader of opposition in PMC, Deepali Dhumal, said, “Hardly months have passed since the merger and PMC is not providing facilities. Even issues like payment of administrative employees from these villages have not been tackled. How can citizens be asked to pay such taxes in such a scenario?”
An average of Rs2 per square ft was charged as property tax per annum by the gram panchayat. PMC charges Rs2 per sq ft per month, taking the tax amount up significantly to around Rs24 per sq ft per year.
Citizens speak
“Basic services like lifting and processing of garbage is not properly available for us. Other services like water supply are also absent,” said Saurabh Mate, a resident of Khadakwasla.
“Even after the merger, we are still dependent on water tankers. Road infrastructure is bad. What is the point of charging for civic amenities when they are absent?” asked Vishal Harpale of Phursungi village.”
“Nearly four years have passed since we merged into PMC. They do not provide water properly. Other facilities like drainage and solid waste management are lacking. Give us a valid reason to pay tax,” said Bhagwan Bhadale of Uruli village.
“Municipal infrastructure is the worst in our villages. If we go by the past experience with 11 villages, the same will happen in the 23 villages,” said Shrirang Chavan of Dhayari village.
FAQs
To incentivise timely payments, a 5% to 10% discount is being offered on tax payments up to June 15, 2024. This discount aims to encourage citizens to settle their dues promptly. From April 1, 2024 to May 29, 2024, a total of 5,19,144 property owners deposited Rs 900.07 crore in property tax with the PMC.
Which 23 villages are included in PMC? ›
As per further information from a circular by Vikram Kumar, PMC Commissioner, villages such as Mhalunge, Sus, Bavdhan Budruk, Kirkatwadi, Pisoli, Kondwe – Dhawade, Kopare, Nanded, Khadakwasla, Manjri-Budruk, Narhe, Holkarwadi, Autaade – Handewadi, Wadachiwadi, Shewalewadi, Nandoshi, Sanasnagar, Mangdewadi, Bhilarewadi, ...
What are the new villages added in Pune? ›
Among the new additions to this list are Pandurang Eknath Khese (Lohegaon Wagholi), Baburao Dattoba Chandere (Sus, Mahalunge, Bavdhan), Dattatray Babanrao Dhankawade (Narhe, Shivane, Uttamnagar, Dhayari), Rakesh Rajendra Kamthe (Undri, Pisoli, Vadachiwadi), Bhagwan Laxman Bhadale (Mantarwadi, Devachi Uruli), Shantaram ...
What is the property tax rate per sq ft in Pune? ›
Various Service Charges
| Ownership | Use of Land | Per Sq.feet rate per month for area more than 225 sq.feet |
|---|
| Government/Semi | Residential | 1.00 |
| Government and Private Land | | |
| Joint | 1.50 |
| Non Residential | 2.00 |
Apr 2, 2024
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) offers property tax relief to taxpayers who qualify for a 40 per cent rebate upon submission of the PT3 form. However, many eligible individuals have yet to receive the promised rebate.
Who is liable to pay property tax in Pune? ›
Property tax is a crucial component of local governance, providing the necessary funds for public services and infrastructure. In Pune, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) oversees the collection of property tax, which is a significant obligation for property owners within the municipality.
Which villages are included in the Pune Municipal Corporation? ›
PMC now governs a total area of 331.26 sq. km. The merged villages include: Uruli Devachi, Phursungi, Bavdhan Budruk, Lohegaon (remaining), Hadapsar (Sadesatra Nali), Mundhwa (Keshavnagar area), Shivane (remaining), Dhayari (remaining), Undri, Ambegaon Khurda and Ambegaon Budruk.
What three counties are the villages in? ›
The Villages spans three counties in Central Florida, including Lake, Sumter and Marion counties. There are currently four individual zip codes in The Villages: 32159. 32162.
Which area comes under PMC? ›
The merger sites that come under PMC include Pimpri-Chinchwad, tehsils of Maval, Mulshi, Haveli, and parts of talukas of Bhor, Daund, Shirur, Khed, Purandar and Velhe.
What is the old name of Pune city? ›
By the 13th century, it had come to be known as Punawadi. During the Rashtrakuta dynasty, the city was referred to as Punnaka and Punyapur. The copper plates of 758 and 768 CE show that the Yadava dynasty had renamed the city Punakavishaya and Punya Vishaya.
Pune, city, west-central Maharashtra state, western India, at the junction of the Mula and Mutha rivers. Called “Queen of the Deccan,” Pune is the cultural capital of the Maratha peoples.
Which is the best developed village in Maharashtra? ›
Hiware Bazaar, Maharashtra
Hiware Bazaar village is in the state of Maharashtra. The head of the village Popatrao Baguji Pawar is the reason for the village's fame. It is the leader in terms of GDP estimation for villages and is noteworthy for its irrigation facilities. The village is now home to 294 open wells.
How much water bill per month in Pune? ›
Pune Water Tariff and Other Charges
| Water consumption | Water Charges/ monthly |
|---|
| Up to 6000 litre | Rs 0 per 1000 litre |
| 6001-15,000 litre | Rs 8 per 1000 litre |
| 15,000-22,500 litre | Rs 12.5 per 1000 litre |
| 22,501-30,000 litre | Rs 20 per 1000 litre |
May 1, 2024
Based on alphabets, the Property Type can be easily identified. Similarly, 'P' refers to 'Peth' and 'O' refers to 'Occupier'.
Do we have to pay property tax every year in Pune? ›
Paying property tax is a mandatory obligation for all property owners in Pune.
What are the tax rates for 2024? ›
State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, as of January 1, 2024
| State | Single Filer Rates | Married Filing Jointly Rates |
|---|
| California | 13.30% | 13.30% |
| Colorado (a, o) | 4.40% | 4.40% |
| Connecticut ((i, p, q, r) | 2.00% | 2.00% |
| Connecticut | 4.50% | 4.50% |
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Citizens who pay property tax in the first two months of the financial year get 10% and 5% concession in general tax. To avail the benefit of this scheme, many citizens used to pay tax,” Bhosale said. “We had dispatched the property tax bills through the Indian postal service.
Which scheme will give concession in property tax in metro cities near Maharashtra? ›
"Urban Housing Scheme" will give concession in property tax in metro cities.
What is the last date to pay property tax in Pune? ›
For the second half-year period (from October 1st to March 31st), the due date is 31st December. If the payment is delayed, a monthly penalty of 2% is levied along with the property tax amount. Paying the complete property tax by 31st May can make property owners eligible for rebates.
