Rocky Mount Property Taxes is responsible for billing and collecting real estate and personal property taxes within the city limits of Rocky Mount, NC. They also process tax refunds and releases, provide tax information to the public and legal professionals, and apply property tax rates set by the City Council. The County Tax Office, on the other hand, lists, maps, and assesses taxes on various properties, including real estate, motor vehicles, business, and personal property listings.
They ensure fair and equitable appraisals, collect motor vehicle taxes, process applications for tax exemptions, exclusions, and deferments, and determine the current tax rates. Property tax bills are mailed in August, due on September 1st, and payable through January 5th, with penalties and interest accruing for late payments. The taxes cover a fiscal year from July 1st to June 30th, and in case of property transfer, the tax liability is prorated. The County Tax Office also offers exemptions for disabled veterans, senior citizens, disabled persons, and a circuit breaker program based on income eligibility.
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