Q: When are property taxes due in Pointe Coupee Parish?
A: Property taxes become due November 15th each year and become delinquent on December 31st. For the 2025 tax year, these deadlines apply to taxes assessed on your property as of January 1, 2025.
Q: What homestead tax credit is available and how do I apply?
A: Louisiana's homestead exemption provides an exemption from the first $7,500 of assessed value for your primary residence. This is an exemption (reduces taxable value) rather than a credit. You must apply with the Pointe Coupee Parish Assessor's Office, and it is not automatic - application is required even for longtime residents.
Q: How does the homestead exemption affect assessment increases?
A: The homestead exemption includes a provision that limits annual assessment increases to 10% on the exempt portion of your homestead property. This helps protect homeowners from dramatic tax increases due to rapidly rising property values, but you must maintain the exemption to receive this protection.
Q: What other tax credits or exemptions are available?
A: Louisiana offers various exemptions for senior citizens, disabled veterans, surviving spouses, and frozen assessments for certain seniors. Each requires a separate application with specific documentation and income requirements. Contact the Pointe Coupee Parish Assessor's Office for current eligibility requirements and application deadlines.
Q: When are properties reassessed?
A: Louisiana requires property reassessment every four years, though market value changes and property improvements can trigger reassessment at any time. The most recent parish-wide reassessment schedule can be obtained from the assessor's office.
Q: How do I appeal my property assessment?
A: Assessment appeals must be filed with the Pointe Coupee Parish Assessor's Office within 60 days of receiving your assessment notice. If unsatisfied with the assessor's decision, you can further appeal to the Louisiana Tax Commission within 30 days.
Q: What are the penalties for late payment?
A: Property taxes become delinquent December 31st, after which penalty and interest charges begin accruing. Delinquent taxes can eventually result in tax sale proceedings where the parish can sell your property to recover unpaid taxes.
Q: Can I pay my property taxes online?
A: Contact the Pointe Coupee Parish Tax Collector's office to inquire about online payment options, accepted payment methods, and any associated convenience fees for electronic payments.
Q: Why does my tax rate differ from my neighbor's?
A: Tax rates vary within Pointe Coupee Parish based on the specific taxing districts where your property is located. Different areas may be served by different school districts, fire protection districts, drainage districts, or municipal service areas, each with their own millage rates that combine to determine your total tax rate.
Q: How do special district taxes work?
A: Special districts provide specific services like fire protection, drainage, or infrastructure improvements to defined geographic areas. If your property is located within these districts, you pay additional millage to fund these services. District boundaries and rates can be verified through the parish assessor's office.
