Karstula municipality plans no changes to tax percentages next year. The municipal board recommends keeping income tax at 9.00% for the upcoming fiscal period. Property tax rates would also remain unchanged under the proposal.
Residential buildings would maintain a 0.48% property tax rate. Other property categories would keep their current percentages as well. The municipal council must still approve these recommendations.
This stability comes as many Finnish municipalities debate tax changes. Karstula's approach suggests confidence in current revenue streams. Municipal officials described the proposal as maintaining predictable costs for residents.
The tax proposal covers multiple property categories. General property tax would stay at 1.03%, while power plants would maintain the highest rate at 3.10%. Unbuilt building sites would continue at 3.00%.
Local governments in Finland typically set tax rates annually. Karstula's decision to maintain current levels reflects careful budget planning. The municipality appears to be avoiding increases during uncertain economic times.