The Primary Producer Rate Rebate (PPRR) supports investment in sustainable agriculture and land management activities by providing approved applicants with an annual discount on the property's annual rates.

The objective of the PPRR is to encourage the retention of primary production holdings and to support sustainable land management practices. The rebate is calculated as a 30 per cent discount on the general rate for approved properties, which is calculated against the Capital Improved Value of the property. The discount is applied on an annual basis, following an assessment and approval of an application. An application must be received for each property; multiple properties cannot be considered as a group application.

To receive a rebate, it is a requirement that a property has a Land/Property Management Plan or similar which will need to be provided to Council outlining how the property is being managed sustainably, including the control of noxious weeds.

Who can apply?

• Landowners or managers with property larger than two hectares that is zoned: Green Wedge, Green Wedge A, Rural Living and Farming outside of the urban growth boundary, or Rural Conservation, Special Use or Rural Living zones within the urban growth boundary. 
• The owner or manager primarily uses the property for an agricultural purpose and the property is used as a business. Agricultural purpose will be based on the definition of “Farm Land” under the Valuation of Land Act 1960

• Phone: (03) 9205 2200
• Email: ruralenvironment@hume.vic.gov.au