The number of Tasmanian councillors would be cut by 23 per cent under a state government plan.

A discussion paper released for public comment by the Tasmanian government on Monday proposes reducing the number of councillors from 263 to 203, but increasing councillors' annual allowance by at least 14.25 per cent, at "no net cost" to the community.

Tasmanian councils currently have between seven and 12 councillors, but would have five, seven or nine — based on their size and complexity — under the new model.

Local Government Minister Kerry Vincent said the model would "deliver more effective representation and fairer councillor pay".

"Councillors' roles are increasingly complex, and we must fairly recognise their valuable service while attracting and retaining diverse, skilled represen

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