The fund is to help people living within the DCC rateable area with a grant towards an electricity account.
In 1998 the Dunedin City Council Consumer Electricity Fund was set up in liaison with agencies providing budget advice services. The fund is to help people living within the DCC rateable area with a grant towards an electricity account. There are certain conditions that apply before a grant can be approved.
Application is by appointment only and dependent on eligibility. To qualify for this fund, you will need to see a budget advisor at one of the following agencies for a budget assessment:
- Dunedin Budget Advisory Service
- Presbyterian Support Services
- Catholic Social Services
For contact details please check the Consumer electricity fund information document.