1004 Section 603 Certificate Rates Application
Northern Beaches Council's Section 603 Certificate (Rates) Application, form 1004 (NSW). Used by solicitors, agents and buyers to check rates owing on a property.
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- Last verified
- 5 September 2026
Local Government Act 1993 (NSW) s 603
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What the 1004 Section 603 Certificate Rates Application is for
Northern Beaches Council says a section 603 certificate under the Local Government Act 1993 advises the amount (if any) due or payable to the council by way of rates, charges or otherwise outstanding on a property. These are most often needed during a sale, and solicitors, real estate agents and members of the public can apply. Form 1004 is the paper application; the council also takes applications online.
When you need it
- You are buying or selling property on the Northern Beaches and need the rates position before settlement.
- You prefer to lodge on paper, by post or at a customer service centre, rather than online.
How to fill it in
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Part 1: applicant details
Give title, first and last name, ABN (if any), address, postcode, phone, mobile, email and your reference.
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Part 2: fees
The 2026/2027 edition lists a standard certificate only. Check the current fee with the council.
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Part 3: property details
Give the rates reference, property or assessment number, the owners, house number, street, suburb and postcode, and the lot and DP or strata number. Sign the form.
Filing, lodging and service
- Online: the council's online self-service form lets you lodge and pay for a 603 application.
- In person: lodge and pay (cash, cheque or card) at a customer service centre in Manly (Town Hall, 1 Belgrave Street), Dee Why (Civic Centre, 725 Pittwater Road) or Mona Vale (1 Park Street).
- By post: send the form with a cheque payable to Northern Beaches Council to PO Box 82, Manly NSW 1655, allowing extra time.
- The council says processing usually takes 1-3 working days from payment. Help: council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or 1300 434 434.
Common mistakes
- Use the rates or assessment number from the rates notice where you have it: it identifies the property directly.
- Use the current edition of form 1004 (2026/2027 at the time of writing) from the council's forms page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a Northern Beaches 603 certificate take?
Usually 1-3 working days from the date of payment, according to the council.
Can I apply for a Northern Beaches 603 certificate online?
Yes. The council has an online self-service form for lodging and paying for a 603 application.
Checked against the official sources on 26 October 2026
- Northern Beaches Council - Section 603 Certificate (Rates) Application Form 2026/2027 (form 1004)
- Northern Beaches Council - Section 603 certificates
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