Salzgitter pushes for legislative adjustment: Pursuit of a more equitable cost distribution system
Salzgitter: Shifting Sewerage Charges
Dating back to local council discussions in Salzgitter South-East, the city's sewage system connection costs have been a hot topic. In particular, property owners have been shouldering the costs incurred during the city's sewage disposal concept, connecting properties from the sewage canal to the central collector, according to current regulations. The city, though, is adamant about changing this status quo.
To move things forward, the city council proposed an amendment to the Lower Saxony Local Tax Act (NKAG) on January 28th—a resolution destined for the state of Lower Saxony. By revising the act, they aim to change the city's Sewerage Fee Regulation, so that connection charges are only levied when there's a special interest or if the connection was the owner's doing.
Support From the Minister
Salzgitter's mayor, Frank Klingebiel, sought support for this change, reaching out to Lower Saxony's Minister of the Interior, Daniela Behrens. As if answering a plea from the future, Minister Behrens pledged support for the initiative, expressing that the change will be included in the current legal review of possible revisions to the NKAG. The ministry even requested patience, asking for time to complete the review. Klingebiel was thrilled, stating, "I'm overjoyed that the ministry is giving our proposal the serious consideration it deserves. It's critical that we only charge connection fees when there's a special interest or if the connection is the owner's doing. This shift would grant municipalities flexibility and promote a fair cost distribution."
As things stand, however, there's no recent public update on the exact timeline or progress of this proposed legislation change in Salzgitter. Those seeking detailed information might want to consult official communications from the Salzgitter municipal government, the Lower Saxony Ministry of Finance or Interior, or local regulatory authorities responsible for tax and water management regulations. These sources typically provide updates on legislative proposals and amendments to local tax laws.
The proposed amendment to the Lower Saxony Local Tax Act (NKAG) by Salzgitter's city council, aimed at changing the city's Sewerage Fee Regulation, has received support from Lower Saxony's Minister of the Interior, Daniela Behrens. The minister has pledged to include the change in the current legal review of possible revisions to the NKAG, which could impact the finance sector, business, and general-news due to potential changes in local tax laws.
