*Extending the first R450 000 rates-free benefit to all residential properties with a valuation not exceeding R7 million.
*Lowering fixed water charges for properties valued between R1 million and R25 million.
*Reducing city-wide cleaning charges for residential properties valued at less than R20 million.
*Introducing a pensioner rebate (up to 100% of the charge) for city-wide cleaning.
*Increasing the qualifying monthly household income threshold for pensioners from R22 000 to R27 000, irrespective of property value.
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