Below is a list of the most frequently asked questions and answers of staff at the Rural Municipality of St Andrews Municipal Office.

Feel free to contact us if you still require more information to your question:

>	How much does it cost for a tax certificate?
	The cost for a tax cirtificate is $30
>	Where can I hunt?
	A hunting area map can be found on our website under > Profile > Local Maps
>	How many dogs can I have on my property before I have to get a kennel licence
	You can have three dogs on your property before you are required to get a kennel licence.
>	I want to put an access/driveway on to my property, what do I need to do?
	A culvert permit must be obtained from the R.M. Office which costs $25. The culvert must be purchased by the homeowner/builder and also installed by same, but before the culvert is backfilled, the homeowner/builder must contact the R.M. office so that our Public Works Superintendent can go out and verify that the culvert is at the correct elevation and placement. Once it has been inspected, the homeowner/builder will be advised that everything is ok and that the culvert can be backfilled in.
>	Where do I find out information on zoning and building permits?
	Selkirk and District Planning Area Board (200 Eaton Avenue - Phone: 482-3717 / Toll Free: 1-800-876-5831) Additional information can also be found on our website under > Residents > Land Use.
>	When are taxes due?
	Taxes are due on October 31st of each year.
>	Is there a discount for paying taxes early?
	Yes, there is a 2% discount if taxes are paid before July 31. Discount is also applied to any prepayments of taxes.
>	What if I want to make an early payment for taxes?
	Any tax payments that are paid prior to receipt of the tax bill will be credited towards the tax account and receive the appropriate 2% discount.
>	Do you accept post dated cheques?
	Yes we accept post dated cheques. Once the payment is put through we will mail out a paid receipt.
>	Do I have to obtain a dog licence for my dogs?
	Yes, a dog licence must be obtained on a yearly basis for each dog. If the dog is spayed/neutered, the cost is $12 and if it isn't spayed/neutered, the costs is $40.
>	Do you send out monthly tax statements?
	No, the tax bills are printed by Intergovernmental Affairs and will be mailed out once during the middle of the year.
>	When are tax bills sent out?
	Tax bills are usually mailed out in June or July of each year.
>	I mailed in my tax payment at the end of October. I just received my paid receipt and it shows that there is a balance owing. Why?
	Payment was likely received after October 31. If there is no postmark by Canada Post (or if it is illegible), then we stamp it as the date received at our office and you will be charged penalty for the month of November for late payment.
>	I sent in a payment for the amount that was stated on my tax bill but yet I received a receipt showing there are still taxes owing? Why?
	If there were arrears owing on the tax statement, then the tax amount due would change each month because of the monthly penalty charge.
>	What is the penalty/interest rate charged?
	1 ¼% interest rate charged per month
>	How can I find out how much an individual's property taxes are?
	We are unable to provide property tax amounts to anyone other than the owner due to the Privacy Act. You may figure out taxes on a property by taking the total assessment of the property and multiplying by the municipal and school division mill rates.
>	I want to know about septic fields and wastewater issues, who do I contact?
	You would contact the Environment Office in Selkirk. They are located at 446 Main Street. You may call 785-5030 for further information. This is also where you would obtain permits for installing a new septic field/injector system etc.