Property taxes

Florida property taxes are relatively unique because:

• They are levied annually
• Taxes on each parcel of real property have to be paid in full and at one time (except for the installment method and homestead tax deferrals)
• Substantial discounts are extended for early payment

Valorem taxes or real property taxes

• Are based on the value of such property, and are paid in arrears - the end of the tax year.
• The tax year runs from January 1 to December 31.
• The office of the Property Appraiser establishes the value of the property, and the Volusia County Council, Volusia County School Board, city commissioners and other levying bodies set the millage rates.
• One mill equals $1 per $1,000 of property value.

1. the knowledge that taxes are due and payable annually;
2. the duty of ascertaining the amount of current or delinquent taxes, and
3. the payment of such taxes before the date of delinquency.

Therefore, if for whatever reason, the property owner fails to receive a tax bill, it is the property owner's responsibility to inquire as to the amount as well as pay the tax before the date of delinquency.

Who to contact about your bill

• Determines property values and exemptions
• Maintains assessed owner(s) name, mailing address, site address, and legal description
• Mails Notice of Proposed Taxes in August, which includes values, and public hearing dates.
• Certifies tax roll and corrections to the Tax Collector
• Visit the Property Appraiser's website for additional information

• Prepares and mails tax notices (tax bills)
• Collects property tax payments based on certified rolls received from Property Appraiser and levying authorities
• Distributes revenue to levying authorities

Missing tax bills

• by phone at 386-736-5938
• by email
• or visit one of our branches.

• If you have not received your tax bill by the second week in November, please contact us.
• If you pay using the installment payment method, your property tax bills are mailed quarterly (June, September, December and March).

Helpful links:

• Sign up for bills electronically
• Pay online
• W9

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