INNAPPROPRIATE LEVYING OF SECTION 94 INFRASTRUCTURE CONTRIBUTIONS ON FAMILIES
Reverend the Hon. Dr GORDON MOYES: I ask the Minister for Justice, representing the Minister for Local Government, a question without notice. Is the Minister aware that Manly Council is now levying home renovators, under section 94 contributions designed to pay for new council infrastructure, of the order of $12,500 per bedroom for do-it-yourself renovations? Is the Minister further aware that one resident of Seaforth was levied contributions totalling more than $50,000 to renovate her own house? Why are home renovators being charged this levy, which is designed to be levied only on developers to cover the extra expenses of associated amenities and services required as a consequence of their developments? Will the Government consider changing the legislation to assure residents that local councils will not inappropriately profit from section 94 contributions?
The Hon. TONY KELLY: Although I am tempted to try to answer the honourable member’s question, I will refer it to the Minister and obtain an answer as soon as possible.
