Frequently Asked Questions-:

Q. I just purchased property, why is my name not on the tax bill?

A. Property must be Assessed to the record owner as of January 1st, transfers completed after January 1st, will be mailed C/O the new owner.

Q. Who is assessed a Personal Property Tax? (Household furnishings and effects)

A. The permanent or primary resident is exempt, all others will receive a Personal Property tax bill, a property that is rented must have Tenants furniture to be exempt.

Proof of residency: Voter registration, driver's license, census, IRS Forms.

Q. How did you arrive at the value on the property?

A. Assessment's are based on "Fair Market Value" using the comparative sales approach of sales as of January 1st, of each year.

Q. When is the tax bill due?

A. The Town has semi-annual billing; the actual bill is mailed in the fall, and is due 30 days after the postmarked date. The second half is due May 1st.

Q. When can I file for an abatement?

A. The deadline for filing an application for abatement is the same as the payment due date for the actual bill in the Fall. Please contact the Assessors Office for an application.

Q. What is the tax used for?

A. Taxes support the School system,Public Safety, Police and Fire, Beaches, DPW, and General Government.

Questions concerning Exemptions should be directed to the Assessors Office.

Elderly Exemptions

Veterans Exemptions

Blind Exemptions

Property Tax Deferral

Hardship

Motor Vehicle and Boat abatements can also be obtained at the Assessors Office.