Polish property taxes and local fees to increase from 2027

Homeowners and businesses in Poland should prepare for increased property taxes and local fees beginning in 2027. The maximum rates for these charges will rise based on the inflation recorded in the first half of 2026, as announced by the Central Statistical Office (GUS).

The Ministry of Finance will issue an official notice detailing the new maximum rates, which will be adjusted by 2.7%, the inflation figure reported by GUS for the first six months of 2026. This adjustment is part of a statutory indexation mechanism that links tax and fee increases to inflation.

These increases will affect various charges, including property tax, tax on means of transport, and local fees such as dog licenses and spa fees. While the announced limits represent the maximum possible hikes, the final rates will be determined by city and municipal councils, typically in the fourth quarter of the year. Larger urban areas often opt for the highest permissible rates.

For residential properties, the maximum rate for property tax on buildings will rise slightly from 1.25 PLN to 1.28 PLN per square meter. This translates to an annual increase of about 1.5 PLN for an average 50-square-meter apartment. However, increases for commercial properties will be more substantial, with the maximum rate for business buildings rising by nearly one Polish złoty, from 35.53 PLN to 36.49 PLN per square meter. Other taxes, like those on garages and business land, will also see adjustments. Additionally, the maximum dog license fee could increase to 191.32 PLN, and the daily spa fee may reach 5.02 PLN.