About the business and commercial rates and tariffs calculator The rates and tariffs calculator estimates monthly rates and tariffs based on numerous factors, including property size, water consumption, electricity consumption and refuse collection. Disclaimer The calculator is for business and commercial properties only and does not include Schools and Properties owned by Public Benefit Organisations. The calculator serves to give an estimate for your municipal rates and tariffs based on the information provided and is intended for informational purposes only. “Industrial effluent and Commercial generator” options have been excluded from this calculator due to the technical complexities related thereto. The electricity tariffs apply to City of Cape Town supply areas only. Refer to Clause 4.2 of the Electricity Tariff Policy for commercial and industrial customer classifications and applicable tariffs. The refuse removal tariffs are only applicable where the City is the refuse removal service provider. The calculator is based on a monthly average only and the billing period is calculated by using 365 days divided by 12 months. Please take cognisance of the time of use periods applicable to electricity tariffs which will impact on the results generated. The amounts calculated do not constitute your actual municipal bill but is merely an estimate which is not legally binding. Please refer to your municipal bill for actual costs that may be due. Please note The calculator is based on a monthly average only and these tariffs are based on the VAT rate of 15% which is subject to change. Yes, I have read and accept the disclaimer