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Bengaluru residents may face increased property taxes due to a new user fee on domestic waste generation, approved by the Karnataka government. The Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd (BSWML) proposed the fee in November 2024, and while an official order is still pending, the Urban Development Department has given its approval. The fee is justified on the grounds that BSWML provides essential waste collection and disposal services, although there are concerns about the efficiency of its waste management practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bengaluru\u2019s New Waste User Fee: Impact on Property Taxes and Citizens’ Finances<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The user fee, tied to property tax, is expected to add financial pressure on citizens already dealing with rising costs<\/a>, especially following a 45-50% fare hike by Namma Metro. The fee structure is based on a property\u2019s built-up area, with six slabs. Owners of properties up to 600 sq ft will pay \u20b910 monthly (\u20b9120 annually), while those with properties over 4,000 sq ft will be charged \u20b9400 monthly (\u20b94,800 annually). This could increase the overall property tax burden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BSWML estimates the user fee could generate around \u20b9600 crore annually, with potential for higher revenue. Additionally, bulk waste generators like apartment complexes and large commercial establishments will be charged \u20b912 per kg if they lack an approved waste processing system. Despite this new fee, the existing Solid Waste Management (SWM) Cess, which contributes to street sweeping and cleanliness, will remain unchanged. This new charge is likely to spark opposition from residents already dealing with higher living costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bengaluru residents may face higher property taxes due to a new user fee for domestic waste generation, approved by the Karnataka government. The fee, based on property size, could increase the overall tax burden. BSWML estimates it will generate \u20b9600 crore annually. Bulk waste generators will face additional charges if they lack approved systems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Bengaluru residents may face increased property taxes due to a new user fee on domestic waste generation, approved by the Karnataka government. The Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd (BSWML) proposed the fee in November 2024, and while an official order is still pending, the Urban Development Department has given its approval. 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