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Understanding Your Duval County Property Taxes

Original title: Tax Collector - Property Taxes

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What This Bill Does

The Duval County Tax Collector manages the collection of property taxes and related city fees, though they do not set tax amounts or property values. Property tax bills are mailed to owners in November, and owners are responsible for payment even if a bill is not received.

Why it matters

Property owners in Duval County are legally obligated to pay property taxes annually, regardless of whether they receive a physical bill, with payment deadlines and processes managed by the Tax Collector.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Duval County Property Owners

Property owners are responsible for paying property taxes and city service fees annually.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I don't receive my property tax bill?

You are still obligated to pay the tax. You should inquire about your property status via the Tax Collector's online portal or contact the Tax Department by phone or email.

Who decides how much my property tax bill is?

The Tax Collector does not set the amount. The determines the value of the property, and taxing authorities like the City of Jacksonville and the Duval County School Board determine the tax rates.

Where can I find information on municipal liens?

Municipal liens such as nuisance or demolition liens can be found at https://tclieninfo.coj.net/.

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Branch Office Consolidation

The Tax Collector is shifting branch locations in Summer 2026, closing the Hogan and Kernan locations while opening a new facility at St Johns Square.

St Johns Square Hogan Kernan

Connected Entities

Duval County School Board, City of Jacksonville, Jim Overton and 5 more

OrganizationDuval County School Board“A taxing authority that determines tax amounts”Map →

OrganizationCity of Jacksonville“A taxing authority that determines tax amounts”Map →

PersonJim Overton“Tax Collector of Duval County”Map →

locationKernan“Branch location closing Summer 2026”Map →

OrganizationDuval County Tax Collector“The agency responsible for collecting property taxes and city fees”Map →

locationSt Johns Square“New branch location opening Summer 2026”Map →

locationHogan“Branch location closing Summer 2026”Map →

OrganizationProperty Appraiser“Determines property values and tax exemptions”Map →

Sources

Open source document

taxcollector.coj.net

Analysis Score

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Significance40
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Controversy10
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Entertainment5
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Buzz15
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