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1. When are tax bills mailed and when is the payment due?

Tax Notices are typically mailed around the middle of October. The due date is always November 30th unless this day falls on a weekend; then the due date will be the following Monday. Please note that County offices are closed on Thanksgiving and the following Friday.

2. How can I pay online and what are the fees?

Pay online with an eCheck or credit/debit card through Instant Payments. Onetime eChecks are free, for Auto Bill Pay and other recurring eCheck payments there is a 49 cent fee charged by Instant Payments for each payment. Credit or debit card payments have a 2.5% fee ($2.50 minimum). Multiple parcels can be paid with one transaction. Grand County receives no part of the fees which are collected by Instant Payments and which cover the cost of accepting credit/debit cards and eChecks.

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3. What forms of payment are accepted?

Use one of the four following ways to pay: 1.Pay online with an eCheck or credit/debit card through Instant Payments. Onetime eChecks are free, Auto Bill Pay and recurring eChecks are charged a 49 cent fee by Instant Payments for each payment. Credit or debit card payments have a 2.5% fee ($2.50 minimum). Grand County receives no part of the fees. 2.Pay by phone with an eCheck or credit/debit card by calling 1-800-764-0844. The same fees apply as above. 3.Mail a check or money order payable to Grand County Treasurer and addressed to: PO Box 1268, Moab, UT 84532. Please note your parcel number(s) on the check. 4.Pay in person by cash, check, money order, eCheck or credit/debit card at our office in the Grand County Courthouse, 125 E. Center St., Moab. See our office hours and County holidays to the right under "Contact Us" on the Treasurer's homepage. The same fees for eChecks and credit/debit cards apply as above.

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4. If I have an escrow account with my mortgage company, do I need to worry about my property taxes?

It is the property owner’s responsibility to assure their mortgage company pays their property taxes. Your tax bill will state if a mortgage company has told our office that they plan to pay the tax. If the mortgage company listed on your tax bill fails to pay, you will be notified and given extra time to pay without penalty. Each mortgage company must request the tax amount from our office each year, typically during September. If the request is received early enough, the mortgage company name will be listed on your tax bill, on the upper left-hand side. A copy of your tax amount information will be sent to the requesting mortgage company for payment. You will still receive an original tax bill, for your records.

5. Can I make pre-payments towards my current year taxes throughout the year?

Yes! You are welcome to make payments of any amount over $10.00 at any time. The monthly Auto Bill Pay program automatically makes monthly payments directly from your account see more info on our main page. You also have the option to receive pre-payment coupons; you will find information and a box to check on your tax bill to request coupons for the following year. You can also email or call our office (435) 259-1337 to request coupons or let us know you no longer need them. This program is voluntary and is for your convenience; there are no penalties for late or missed pre-payments.

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6. My tax bill shows a negative amount due, what do I do now?

A negative amount due on your tax bill indicates that you have overpaid for the current year. When possible, our office will refund amounts over $400.00 to the person or company who made the payments. You can request that any amount greater than $10 be refunded by contacting our office. You may also request that any over-payments be transferred to another parcel or credited to the following year’s taxes. Any over-payments that are not refunded will be credited to the following year’s taxes.

7. I purchased my property this year, do I need to pay for the whole year?

Title companies will, along with many other services, prorate the current year tax to the best of their ability, splitting taxes between the Seller and Buyer for their proportional share, based on 1) number of days owned by each, and 2) most up to date tax information available from the Treasurer. Usually the title company will pay the sellers portion of the property tax directly to the County Treasurer and the Buyer will then pay the remainder by Nov 30th. Your tax bill will show any prepayments that were made by the Seller. However, sometimes the Title company will credit the Buyer at closing for the Seller’s prorated amount and the Buyer will need to pay the entire tax amount by Nov 30th. Your closing documents will show any credit you received for the current year taxes. The current owner of the property is always responsible for all property taxes regardless of when the taxes were charged.

8. Can I request a receipt for mailed-in tax payments?

Yes. If you wish to receive a receipt, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your payment. We can also easily send a receipt via email. Email ckauffman@grandcountyutah.net to request a statement of your account and payments.

9. What if my payment is returned for insufficient funds?

Taxes will be marked as unpaid, and you will be charged a $25.00 Returned Payment Fee. In addition, depending on the time of year and the tax year being paid, you may be subject to additional penalty and interest. If you are notified by your financial institution that your payment was returned to us, please contact us immediately (435) 259-1337. You will be given a new figure for the payoff amount.

10. What if I cannot pay my taxes?

Tax relief programs exist for Grand County citizens who meet certain criteria. Current programs include: Disabled Veteran’s and Blind Exemptions; Circuit Breaker (low income over age 65), and Low Income Disability/Hardship. If you are unable to pay your tax, please contact us, 435-259-1337, to discuss your options. Also, partial payments are always accepted.

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11. What are delinquent or back taxes and what penalties or interest are owed?

Back taxes (delinquent taxes) are all taxes unpaid or postmarked after November 30th of a given year. Back taxes are subject to a late payment penalty and interest depending on when they are paid. From December 1st to January 31st the penalty is 1% ($10 minimum) per parcel and no interest. If back taxes are paid after January 31st then the penalty is 2.5% ($10 minimum) per parcel and interest is charged starting January 1st.

12. Will the late payment penalty be waived if I didn’t receive a Tax Notice?

No. Payment of taxes and correct address information are the responsibilities of the taxpayer. Penalties generally cannot be waived. If you have not received your Notice by November 7th, please contact our office at (435) 259-1337.

13. Am I in danger of losing my property if I do not pay my taxes by the due date?

Properties which have back taxes that are 5 years overdue are subject to being sold during the annual Tax Sale that occurs in May or June. Property owners in danger of having their property sold will be contacted by the Treasurer and Clerk/Auditors office. Contact our office, 435-259-1337 if you believe your property may be subject to tax sale.

14. May I make partial payments on back taxes?

Yes! You may make payments of any amount over $1.00 at any time toward your back taxes. We can also print payment coupons to help you catch up. This program is for your convenience and no additional charges will be added. However, interest will continue to accrue until the existing taxes, penalties, and interest are paid in full. Payments are applied first to interest, then to penalties, then to taxes of the most recent year.

15. Why is my taxable value lower than my market value?

Utah law allows for a 45% reduction in the value of a person’s primary residence. This is called the primary residential exemption and applies to properties that are owner or tenant occupied. If you believe you should be receiving the primary residential exemption you can apply for it through the Assessor’s office.

16. I just received a “Valuation Notice;” how do I appeal the property value?

The Grand County Assessor establishes a value for all property located in the County. The Valuation Notice you received from the Clerk/Auditor reports this value to you. Because this value determines the eventual tax amount that will be due November 30th, it is important that the information on this Notice is accurate. If you disagree with the market value of your real property, you have the opportunity to appear before the Grand County Board of Equalization. You and an appraiser from the Assessor’s Office will be given the opportunity to present evidence to support their opinion of the property value. A second unbiased appraiser, hired by the County Council, will weigh the evidence and make a recommendation to the Council which serves as the County Board of Equalization. The deadline for appealing your property valuation is September 15th each year. More information on this process can be found on the Notice, or by contacting the Assessor’s Office (435) 259-1229.

17. Can I receive my tax bill via email?

Yes you can sign up to receive your tax bill via email instead of through the postal mail. Sign up here.

18. If my mortgage company is paying my taxes, why am I receiving a bill?

Even if a mortgage company requests your tax bill information, you will still receive an original Tax Notice for your records. Utah law also requires that all parcel owners receive a bill.

19. Why didn’t I receive a tax bill for my property?

If a parcel is split or changed during the year, it will be billed as the parcel was on January 1st. If a parcel is sold and the name change was not made before the Tax Notice was printed, the Tax Notice will be mailed to the previous owner. The previous owner is responsible for forwarding the Notice to the new owner. Also, if your mailing address changes, call our office (435-259-1337) or the Recorder’s Office (435-259-1333) to have it changed in the County’s Taxing (Computer) Program.
It is your responsibility to see that you receive a Tax Notice. If you have not received a Tax Notice by November 7th, please contact our office (435) 259-1337.

20. Do I need to notify your office if I move or change my mailing address?

Yes! Please call our office (435) 259-1337 or contact the Recorder’s Office (435) 259-1333. It is important that we have your correct mailing address. If you do not receive your property tax information because of a change of address, it is still your responsibility to pay your taxes by the due date to avoid penalty and interest.

21. How are my taxes used?

Property taxes are collected by the County Treasurer and then disbursed to the taxing entities. The governing body of each taxing entity is responsible for setting its budget and determining how property tax revenue will be spent. The governing body also decides if a request to raise taxes should be made. See our page on “How Property Taxes are Used” to learn more about the taxing entities in Grand County and their contact information. How Property Taxes are Used

22. How do I contact the taxing entities in my taxing area?

See our page on “How Property Taxes are Used” to learn more about the taxing entities in Grand County and find their contact information. How Property Taxes are Used

23. What period do the property taxes cover?

Properties are taxed based on their status as of Jan 1st of each year and the taxes due Nov 30th of that year cover the entire calendar year from Jan 1st to Dec 31st.