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1. When are property tax bills mailed? When are they due?

Property tax bills are mailed once a year in July and contain four quarterly payments. Taxes are due February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. * Note: Postmarks are not accepted. Partial payments are not accepted for delinquent taxes. Post-dated checks are not accepted. Tax Collector

2. Is there a grace period for property taxes?

The Township grants a 10- day grace period. Any taxes remaining unpaid nine calendar days following the due date are subject to interest at the rate of 8% per annum on the first $1,500 and 18% per annum for any amount over $1,500 retroactive to the first of the month. Tax Collector

3. What if I pay my property taxes through my mortgage company?

If you pay your taxes through your mortgage company, the statement will say, "This is not a bill, for advice only".

If you receive an "advice only" statement, but do not have a mortgage company, use this statement to pay your taxes. Your mortgage company should send us a notice to remove your bank code. Tax Collector

4. What if I receive an "advice only" statement, but do not pay my property taxes through a mortgage company?

If you pay your taxes through your mortgage company, the statement will say, "This is not a bill, for advice only".

*If you receive an "advice only" statement, but do not have a mortgage company, use this statement to pay your taxes. Your mortgage company should send us a notice to remove your bank code.

Tax Collector

5. What happens when I never receive my property tax bill?

Failure to receive a tax bill does not exempt you from paying taxes or delinquent interest on taxes.

To obtain your property tax bill:

-Search Tax Records below
-Call the Tax office at 973-326-7420
-Visit the Municipal Building Tax office at 50 Woodland Avenue, Morristown

Property tax bills are mailed once a year in July and contain four quarterly payments. Taxes are due February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. Search Tax Records

6. What do I have to do when selling my property?

When selling your property, property bill and sewer bill must be handed over to the new owner at the time of closing. Tax Collector

7. When are sewer bills mailed? When are sewer bills due?

Sewer bills are mailed once a year in January and contain two biannual payment stubs.

Sewer bills are due April 1st and October 1st.

* If you do not receive a sewer bill in January please contact the Tax Office at 973-326-7420 or visit the Municipal Building Tax Office at 50 Woodland Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Tax Collector

8. What happens with unpaid sewer user fees?

Any sewer user fees remaining unpaid after nine calendar days following the due date are subject to interest at the rate of 8% per annum on the first $1,500 and 18% per annum for any amount over $1,500, retroactive to the due date.

9. What are my payment options for my property tax bill and sewer bill?

Payments may be made by mail, online*(please see link), or in person at the Tax office during regular business hours.

Mailing Address: 50 Woodland Avenue, PO Box 7603, Convent Station NJ, 07961-7603 at the attention of the Tax Department.

Physical Address: Morris Township Municipal Building- 50 Woodland Avenue, Morristown NJ, 07960

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM**

*Payment online using Edmund's WIPP allows you to make a one-time payment by credit card or checking account ACH payment.

**Please see question about after hours if you can not make it between office hours.

The Township now additionally offers direct withdraw for tax and sewer payments, please see question about direct withdraw.

Payments may also be made by using bill pay from your bank. When using bill pay make sure to include your block, lot, and qualifier(if any) and/ or account number in the memo. Payments lacking property identification may be returned. Please note, bill payments are not electronic, your bank converts these payments into a paper check that is mailed through the postal system. Keep in mind scheduling your payment to allow enough time to be delivered by the due date. We suggest at least 7-10 days. Pay Taxes and Utilities

10. What is direct withdraw? How can I get direct withdraw to pay for my tax and sewer payments?

The Township now additionally offers direct withdrawal for tax and sewer payments. There is no fee for this service. Payments for quarterly property taxes will be debited from your account on the payment due dates of February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. Payments for sewer will be debited from your account on the payment due dates of April 1 and October 1.

Please fill out "Authorization Agreement for ACH Direct Withdrawals" Application(see link). Your application must be received in the Tax Office no later than 30 days prior to the due date.

* Please note: This authorization is to remain in full force and effect until the Township of Morris has received written notification from the applicant of it's termination(see link) in such time and in such manner as to afford the Township of Morris and Depository a reasonable opportunity to act on it. Application/Termination Form

11. Can I use "Bill Pay" from my bank to pay my property and sewer bills?

Yes, payments may also be made by using bill pay from your bank. When using bill pay make sure to include your block, lot, and qualifier (if any) and/ or account number in the memo. Payments lacking property identification may be returned.

Please note, bill payments are not electronic, your bank converts these payments into a paper check that is mailed through the postal system. Keep in mind scheduling your payment to allow enough time to be delivered by the due date. We suggest at least 7-10 days.

12. What if I am unable to make it between Office Hours of 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM to make a payment?

After hours there is a mail slot in the front of the building for your convenience. Payments placed in the mail slot after closing will be receipted the next day.

The State of New Jersey does not allow the use of postmarks for tax payment acceptance dates, so payments must be in our office by the end of the grace period by closing time on the due date.

13. How can I get a receipt if I make a payment in the mail?

If you wish a receipt and pay by mail, include the entire bill and a self-addressed stamped envelope with your payment.

14. Where can I get information on the Homestead Benefit Program and Property Tax Reimbursement Program(also known as the Senior Tax Freeze and PTR Program)?

For information on the Homestead Benefit Program contact the Division of Taxation at: 1-888-238-1233. For information on the Property Tax Reimbursement Program, also known as the Senior Tax Freeze and PTR Program, please contact the PTR Hotline at: 1-800-882-6597 or visit the website www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation. NJ Department of Treasury, Division of Taxation

15. Are there notifications I can receive as a reminder to pay my Property and Sewer bill?

Get notifications seven(7) days in advance on when your property taxes and sewer bills are due through the website's "Notify Me", under "Calendar", "Property Tax and Sewer". Notify Me