The Financial Hardship Policy is intended to ensure that the City of Belmont offers fair, equitable, consistent, and dignified support to ratepayers suffering hardship, while treating all members of the community with respect and understanding. 

Once you have read the Financial Hardship Policy and believe you meet the requirements, you may complete an application.
 
Applications for financial hardship relief are only valid for the financial year in which they are made.

The City may consider financial hardship relief using the information you provide at the time of application. As each ratepayer’s situation is different, you may be asked to supply information unique to you to maximise our understanding of your situation. This will allow the City to confirm that you meet the requirements of the Council Policy so that we can offer you some assistance.

For a smooth process, all relevant information should be provided at the time of application.
 

Submitting an Application

Applications are to be made on an annual basis and are only valid for the financial year in which they are made. If you have any queries, please contact the City’s Rates team on 9477 7222 to discuss prior to completing the application. Applications with the required supporting documents can be submitted online or via post. 

Forms and supporting documentation may be provided to the City via email to rates@belmont.wa.gov.au or via post to City of Belmont, Locked Bag 379, Cloverdale WA 6985

The City will respond to your application within 10 working days. If you are requested to provide further information, you will be advised accordingly. All information received is confidential and will be used only for the application process.

Arrangements made via this Policy are required to be set up using the City’s direct debit process. Council deducts payments on Fridays only - weekly, fortnightly, or monthly. (If monthly please chose the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or last Friday of the month depending on your pay cycle).  

Complete the online Financial Hardship Application Form or Download the Financial Hardship Application Form to complete, and return to the City of Belmont.