The Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) is an annual tax payable by the owner of a residential unit that has been vacant for more than 183 days in the previous calendar year. All owners of residential units must submit an annual declaration on the status of their property. If a declaration is not submitted the residential unit will be considered vacant and VUT will be charged.

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In June 2023, Hamilton City Council approved a new funding model for stormwater infrastructure. Starting September 2025, a stormwater fee will replace the current funding model where most stormwater funding comes from the City’s water and wastewater utility revenues. Properties will be charged based on the load (or use) they place on the stormwater system. Residential properties will pay based on the type of dwelling (e.g., single family detached dwellings, duplexes/townhomes, and multiplexes). Non-residential and large, multi-residential properties will pay based on their measured imperviousness (the amount of hard surface on their property).

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Jeff was very excited to announce the HSR expansion to Fifty Road in September. On September 3^rd, the Stoney Creek Central Route 55 was extended to Winona Crossing (Costco Plaza). The route shifts from Hwy 8 to Barton Street with stops at Glover, McNeilly, Lewis and Winona Roads along the way. Additional stops have since been added at Escarpment Drive, Vince Mazza Way, the South Service Road and Barton street near St. Gabriel School. Please click the link below for additional information including the updated transit schedule.