For the average household in Kitchener, the approved rate increases for 2022 are in the chart below.
| Budget | Approved rate increase | Annual impact on homeowners |
|---|---|---|
| Property taxes | 1.99% | $23 |
| Stormwater utility | 6.00% | $12 |
| Gas utility | 1.60% | $8 |
| Water utility | 2.20% | $26 |
| Sanitary sewer utility | 10.40% | $74 |
| Total impact | $143 |
These yearly cost estimates are based on a bungalow with an assessed average of $326,000, our current average.