Q: When are property taxes due in Duchesne County for the current fiscal year?
A: Property taxes for FY 2025-2026 are due November 30, 2025. If not paid by this date, a secondary deadline of February 1st, 2026 applies with additional penalties and interest.
Q: What tax credits are available and do I need to apply?
A: Utah offers several tax credits including veteran disability credits (up to $521,620 of taxable value based on disability percentage), homestead credits for primary residences, and senior/disabled person credits. All credits require separate applications and are not automatically applied. Contact your county assessor for specific eligibility requirements and application deadlines.
Q: How does the homestead credit work?
A: The homestead credit limits annual assessment increases on your primary residence, not the total market value. You must own and reside in the property for at least 10 months of the year and file an application. This credit caps assessment growth rather than reducing your home's assessed value.
Q: When are properties reassessed and can I appeal my assessment?
A: Properties are assessed annually as of January 1st. Assessment notices are typically mailed in the spring. You have the right to appeal your assessment through a formal process with deadlines usually in late spring or early summer. Contact the Duchesne County Assessor's Office for specific appeal procedures and deadlines.
Q: What are the penalties for late payment?
A: Properties not paid by November 30th incur penalties and interest. If unpaid by the February 1st secondary deadline, additional penalties apply and properties may be subject to tax sale proceedings.
Q: Can I pay my property taxes online?
A: Contact the Duchesne County Treasurer's Office directly for available online payment options and accepted payment methods for property taxes.
Q: Why do property tax rates vary within Duchesne County?
A: Different areas of the county are served by different combinations of special taxing districts (school districts, fire districts, water districts, etc.). Each district levies its own tax rate, so your total rate depends on which districts serve your specific property location.
Q: How are special district taxes determined?
A: Special districts such as fire protection, water, sewer, and lighting districts each set their own tax rates based on their service needs and budgets. These rates are added to the base county rate to determine your total property tax rate.
