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Currently, several cities have already adopted what is called “Green IPTU”, which guarantees discounts to citizens who adopt sustainable practices in their properties. Taxpayers who take advantage of rainwater and aquifer recharge are entitled to reductions in tax payments. In addition, practices such as tree planting, recycling, green roofs and the use of clean energy, such as solar, can also generate the benefit. Discounts are usually cumulative and vary between 5% and 20%, but the amount depends on each location. Among the cities that currently adopt it are: Araraquara (SP), Balneário Camboriú (SC), Florianópolis (SC), Guarulhos (SP), Maringá (PR), Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Salvador (BA), Santa Maria (RS), Uberaba (MG) and Vila Velha (ES). In December 2022, the Federal Senate approved PEC 13/2019, with the aim of encouraging the use of clean energy by reducing taxpayer taxes. The proposed constitutional amendment provides for the adoption of differentiated rates at the federal level. The bill is currently being processed in the Chamber of Deputies. Green IPTU in Salvador The capital of Bahia adopted the program in 2015, and it works by means of a score, based on the sustainable actions adopted. Between 50 and 69 points the discount is 5%, 7% from 70 to 99 points and from 100 points the discount is 10%. The score categories are Sustainable water management, energy efficiency and alternatives, sustainable project, urban quality, urban green, contributions to adaptation based on ecosystems (AbE), waste management and Bonuses for projects with certification requirements. The score table is available on the Salvador city hall website. Green IPTU in Guarulhos In Guarulhos the mark can reach 20%, with increases for each measure adopted, with at least two. The city's incentive policy began in 2010. For example, using a rainwater harvesting system generates a 3% discount, installing a green roof guarantees another 3% discount, among other practices. Green IPTU in Balneário Camboriú In Balneário Camboriú, the incentives began in 2019 with law No. 4.303. The discounts also accumulate based on the number of measures adopted. The practices that generate the discount are the use of water harvesting and reuse systems, solar hydraulic heating systems, construction with sustainable materials, the use of green roofs and the use of photovoltaic panels. Each measure generates a decrease of 2%, 4% or 6% in the IPTU. Requesting the discount Since the prerogative to adopt or not the green IPTU policy is up to each municipality, the request varies from city to city. Places that adopt this measure generally make the information and rules available on their website. Then, if entitled to the benefit, the taxpayer must gather the necessary documents and make the request to the responsible body. All content of the Canal Solar is protected by copyright law, and partial or total reproduction of this site in any medium is expressly prohibited. If you are interested in collaborating or reusing part of our material, please contact us by email: redacao@canalsolar.com.br.

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