It is true Sir. Residents have to pay tax for the period 2008-09 and 2009-10 only if their house was rented out. They are however exempt from paying the tax if their house was self occupied. However, they will have to pay tax from year 2010-11 as per the amount in the notice they have received.
Yes, the MCG had decided in March 2015 to waive property tax for the financial years 2008-09 and 2009-10. The relief will be provided to self-occupied residences with owners who do not have any pending dues till 2008. According to MCG, property taxes of those who have already paid for the said period will be adjusted against future payment.
Good afternoon Praneetha!!!! The MCG should provide services and only then can it demand property tax. But owners will must give MCG in writing that they have not leased their property. This document need not to be a self-attested letter.