Digital image / P.K. Stowers
Digital image / P.K. Stowers

A west Auckland landlord was billed nearly four times what he expected for water because condensation on the meter made it hard to read.

The bill comes amid transitional changes to the Auckland Council's ratings system under which some homeowners have received much larger rates bills than expected.

The Herald revealed yesterday that residents who have changed the value of their home miss out on a 10 per cent cap on rates increases as the new system is introduced. In another change, customers no longer pay for wastewater as part of their Auckland Council property rates.

Have you been surprised by your rates or water bill in recent weeks? Here is the latest selection of Your Views:

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  2. Raving leftwing nutter says
    "We've previously had an average six monthly bill of $300-$350. Our highest ever was $385. Our first monthly bill? $125. Thanks Auckland Council."
  3. sweetpea says
    "I was surprised to see that my new rates bill is lower than last years even after taking into account the separating of the waste water charge."
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