Warm Greater Wellington FAQs

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Warm Greater Wellington FAQs

Questions and answers about the Warm Greater Wellington financial assistance offer

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What is Warm Greater Wellington?

Warm Greater Wellington is a service offered to all ratepayers in conjunction with the EECA Warm Up New Zealand: Heat Smart Programme to help make our region’s homes warmer and healthier.

What do I get?

 As a ratepayer you can apply to Greater Wellington for up to $2,600 (including GST) towards an approved Heat Smart solution.

How much will I repay?

 You will repay the original amount that Greater Wellington paid, plus interest (about 7% per year). The interest rate is reviewed yearly and subject to change.

How do I make repayments?

Greater Wellington will charge a “targeted rate” on your regular rates bill over nine years. The outstanding amount will appear on your rates bill around July each year.

How can I calculate my repayments?
The following table can help you to calculate your repayments.
(Based on 7% interest, which is set once a year and subject to change. Any amount owing after the EECA Heat Smart grant and Greater
Wellington assistance is your responsibility)
Greater Wellington assistance $2,600 $2,000 $1,000
Per annum cost/rate
(inc GST at 15%)		 $413.03 $317.72 $158.86
Weekly $7.94 $6.11 $3.01
Nine-year total $3,717.27 $2,859.48 $1,429.74

Can I pay it back early?

Please contact Greater Wellington for more information.

How do I know how much I have left to pay?

 Please contact Greater Wellington for more information.

What happens when I sell my house? Do I have to pay off the outstanding balance?

 No. The full amount can be repaid through your rates and this rate, along with the Heat Smart solution, can stay with your house. You must however disclose this rate to your real estate agent or purchaser when selling. This is a legal requirement in any property sale and in the Greater Wellington installation agreement. The rate will be notified on your property’s LIM report. You may of course voluntarily repay this rate or negotiate with the purchaser.

I have more than one house on my property. Can I get funding assistance for each?

 Yes but only if each is on a separate rates account.
How do I apply?
  1. Contact an EECA-approved service provider – see EnergyWise or phone 0800 358 676
  2. A service provider will then assess your home for free and provide insulation options. (You may wish to get more than one quote)
  3. The service provider will explain the funding options available to you through both EECA and Greater Wellington
  4. Either the service provider or Greater Wellington can help you complete your application form
How do I qualify?

To be eligible for this service you must be receiving an EECA Heat Smart grant through an EECA-approved service provider and:
• Be a ratepayer
• Be up to date with your rate payments
• Have a house built before 2000
How long will it take for my application to be approved? Up to five working days after Greater Wellington receives it as long as it’s correctly completed and your rates are up to date.
Can I cancel my application if I change my mind? Yes. You must inform Greater Wellington before the installation starts.