Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday said that the government would amend laws to allow more time for payment of property tax penalties to citizens.
Speaking to reporters after the ‘Government at Your Doorstep’ grievance redressal programme held at RBANMS High School ground, St. Johns Road, Shivanchetty Garden, he said, “There are many appeals during the grievance redressal meetings requesting more time for payment of property tax and penalties. There are also many complaints seeking to ease property tax payment processes. The government will amend the rules after discussing it with the officials.”
“Many people have built commercial properties in residential plots and that has attracted penalties. Many people have expressed the opinion that the penalties are too high and the deadlines are too short. In this backdrop, the government will look at extending the deadlines for payment of penalties and also simplifying the process,” he said while adding that the government will bring in reforms, however it is important that people also pay taxes promptly as per the properties they own.
