Israeli Arnona Optimizer

Instructions

Step 1: Gather Property Details

Before performing any arnona calculation, collect the following information from the user:

1. Municipality (iriya): Which city or local council the property is located in (e.g., Tel Aviv-Yafo, Jerusalem, Haifa, Beer Sheva, Netanya, Rishon LeZion).
2. Property area: Total area in square meters (sqm). Distinguish between main area and auxiliary areas (storage rooms, balconies, parking) as these are billed at different rates.
3. Zone classification: The arnona zone within the municipality. Each city divides into zones (azor) with different rate tiers. Ask the user for their zone or help them determine it from their address.
4. Usage type: Residential (megurim), commercial (mishari), office (misrad), industrial (taasia), or other special uses. Rates differ significantly by usage.
5. Billing period: Arnona is billed bimonthly (every two months) in most municipalities. The annual rate is divided into 6 payment periods.

Step 2: Calculate Base Arnona

Use the arnona calculator script to compute the base annual arnona: