Hamilton reminds homeowners to complete Vacant Unit Tax declaration

The City of Hamilton is reminding homeowners to complete their Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration before April 30.

The goal of the VUT is to increase the supply of housing in Hamilton by encouraging homeowners to keep their properties occupied rather than vacant.

All residential property owners must submit a VUT declaration, even if the property is their primary residence and is occupied.

This includes homeowners living in their own home, as well as those who own secondary or rental properties.

A vacant property is subject to a one per cent tax of the total assessed property value.

Homeowners can submit their declaration online, over the phone, email, mail and in person at drop-in declaration clinics. Printed declaration forms will also be accepted at all Municipal Services Centres in Hamilton.

For more information regarding the VUT declaration, please visit hamilton.ca/VacantUnitTax.

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