250Public benefit concessions

250 Public benefit concessions (1) A council may grant a rate concession if satisfied that the concession would advance one or more of the following purposes: (a) securing the proper development of its area; (b) preserving buildings or places of historical interest; (c) protecting the environment; (d) encouraging cultural activities; (e) promoting community health or welfare; (f) encouraging agriculture; (g) providing recreation or amusement for the public. (2) A council may grant a rate concession under this section on: (a) the council's own initiative; or (b) application by an affected ratepayer.