Municipal deed transfer and property tax
When land is sold a Municipal Deed Transfer Tax may be applicable. Municipal Deed Transfer Taxes are collected on behalf of the municipality through Land Registry.
When land is sold a Municipal Deed Transfer Tax may be applicable. Municipal Deed Transfer Tax rates are set by each municipality and the tax payable is calculated based on the sale price of the property. Municipal Deed Transfer Taxes are collected on behalf of the municipality through Land Registry when the deed is registered and recorded. A Municipal Deed Transfer Affidavit of Value is also required.
Municipal Deed Transfer Tax rates
Municipal Deed Transfer Affidavit of Value
The Municipal Deed Transfer Affidavit of Value Form is prescribed by regulations under Part V of the Municipal Government Act. As a purchaser of real property (grantee), you must complete a Municipal Deed Transfer Affidavit of Value form regardless of whether or not you’ll pay deed transfer tax.
- Deed Transfer - Affidavit of Value Form (PDF)
- Deed Transfer - Affidavit of Value - Information Sheet (PDF)