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An Act to Amend the Charter of the City of New Castle Relating to Property Tax Rates.

It became law on Jul 30, 2025.

DE HB 144 · House Bill · 153

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What it does

This Act amends the Charter of the City of New Castle by authorizing the City Council to levy taxes on real property at varying rates based upon property classification (e.g. residential, commercial, or industrial). \r H.S. 1 to H.B. 144 clarifies that any taxes on real property must be in “just portions” sufficient to cover the aggregate of the budget.

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    Jul 30, 2025

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