Q: When are property taxes due in Cheyenne County?
A: Property taxes for FY 2024-2025 are due November 15, 2024. Taxes become delinquent after this date and are subject to penalties and interest.
Q: What tax credits are available and how do I apply?
A: The primary credit is the Kansas Homestead Property Tax Refund, which provides a rebate of a portion of property taxes paid on your primary residence. This requires an annual application filed with your Kansas income tax return. Contact the Cheyenne County Appraiser's office to inquire about other potential credits for seniors, disabled veterans, or disabled persons.
Q: How does the Homestead credit work?
A: The Kansas Homestead program primarily provides a refund/rebate of taxes already paid rather than reducing your assessed value. It does not cap assessment increases like some other states. You must apply annually through your Kansas income tax filing, and eligibility is based on income and other factors.
Q: When are properties reassessed in Cheyenne County?
A: Kansas requires annual assessment updates, with comprehensive reappraisals conducted periodically. Assessment notices are typically mailed in early spring. You have 30 days from the notice date to file an equalization appeal or 60 days to request a single property appraisal.
Q: How do I appeal my property assessment?
A: You can file an equalization appeal within 30 days of receiving your assessment notice, or request a single property appraisal within 60 days. Contact the Cheyenne County Appraiser's office for the required forms and procedures.
Q: What are the penalties for late property tax payments?
A: Delinquent taxes accrue interest and penalties according to Kansas state law. Contact the Cheyenne County Treasurer's office for current penalty rates and payment options for delinquent taxes.
Q: Can I pay property taxes online?
A: Contact the Cheyenne County Treasurer's office to inquire about online payment options and accepted payment methods for current year taxes.
Q: Why did my taxes increase if I didn't make any improvements?
A: Tax increases can result from rising property values, increased tax rates voted by local taxing districts, or changes in special district boundaries. Your assessment notice will show whether the increase is due to value changes or rate changes.
Q: How do special district taxes work?
A: Special districts for services like fire protection, rural water, or emergency services can add additional taxes to your bill. These vary by location within Cheyenne County, so properties in different areas may have different total tax rates even with similar assessed values.
Q: What if I disagree with my special district charges?
A: Special district assessments are separate from general property taxes. Contact the specific district directly to inquire about their assessment methods and any available appeal processes.
