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Overview

Residential Property Tax Subclassing is the concept of charging different property tax rates for different types of residential property. Subclassing could be used to make property taxes more accurately reflect how different types of residential property impact municipal finances, or as a tool to promote the City’s long-term plans.

Subclasses must be based only on physical characteristics of a property like property type (e.g. detached houses, apartments or row houses) or square footage (of the house, of the lot, etc.). Tax subclasses cannot be based on characteristics of the occupants (such as income) or on services provided to the property.

The City of Edmonton currently has one residential subclass called Other Residential. This subclass is made up of residential properties with four or more dwelling units on a single title. This tax subclass is charged a 15% higher tax rate than most residential properties.

On March 9, 2022, Executive Committee directed Administration to consult with stakeholders to develop options to phase out the Other Residential subclass. Administration was also asked to explore if property tax subclassing can support The City Plan. This includes possible definitions and information on the effectiveness and considerations associated with Residential Property Tax Subclassing.

Get involved!

There are a few different ways to provide your feedback. We invite you to:

1. Register your interest for a Virtual Engagement Event.

2. Share your feedback on Residential Property Tax Subclassing on the Ideas Tool.

3. Answer the 3 questions in the Quick Poll tool.

4. You're invited to take a look at the frequently asked questions (FAQs) and the items in the document library. Please note, reading the FAQs or the items in the document library is NOT REQUIRED to participate or share your feedback.

You're welcome to share your feedback until October 17, 2022.

Thank you!

The City values your ongoing feedback to ensure diverse perspectives are included and considered throughout this process.