Union County Tax Collector: Services and Tax Deadlines

The Frame

What this does

Residents must pay property taxes starting November 1st to avoid delinquency by April 1st, and the office serves as the primary local point for vehicle titles, driver licenses, and hunting/fishing permits.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Union County property owners

They are responsible for paying ad valorem and non-ad valorem taxes collected by the office.

Union County business owners

They are subject to tangible personal property taxes on equipment, furniture, and supplies.

Vehicle owners in Union County

They must pay sales tax and surtaxes on vehicle purchases and register vehicles through the office.

What changed

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Summary

The Union County Tax Collector's office manages the collection and distribution of local taxes, vehicle registrations, and various state licenses. This document outlines key deadlines for property tax payments, the sale process, and the office's role as an agent for state government agencies.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

When do my property taxes become delinquent?

Property taxes become delinquent on April 1 of each year.

Can I pay my property taxes in installments?

Yes, real estate and taxes may be paid in installments; applications are available in October.

What is the sales tax rate on vehicle purchases in Union County?

The sales tax is 6% of the purchase price, plus a 1% surtax on the first $5,000 of the purchase price.

Why It Matters

Residents must pay property taxes starting November 1st to avoid delinquency by April 1st, and the office serves as the primary local point for vehicle titles, driver licenses, and hunting/fishing permits.

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Discoveries

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Annual Tax Cycle

The office operates on a strict annual cycle: applications for installment payments in October, tax collection start in November, delinquency in April, and tax certificate sales in June.

Union County Tax Collector

Connected Entities

organizationDepartment of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles“State agency for which the Tax Collector provides driver license and vehicle reg”Map →

organizationFlorida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission“State agency for which the Tax Collector sells hunting and fishing permits.”Map →

organizationFlorida Department of Revenue“State agency that oversees tax collection rules and approves the Tax Collector's”Map →

organizationUnion County Tax Collector“The office responsible for tax collection and licensing services in Union County”Map →

personLisa B. Johnson“Union County Tax Collector”Map →

organizationProperty Appraiser's Office“Office that provides the annual tax roll information.”Map →

organizationBoard of County Commissioners“Local board that approves the Tax Collector's annual budget.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

unioncountytc.com

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