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April 23, 2015
As we enter spring 2015, our office is busy preparing the
2014 property tax bills. Look for them to arrive in the mail the first week in
May. Remember, this is the only bill you will receive. Like previous years, property
taxes will be due in two equal installments. This year, the due dates will be June 3 and September 3.
New this year: The return envelopes that accompany your tax bill will have a different return mailing address. You will be mailing in your payment to our new P.O. Box located in Bedford Park, IL. This location was selected because it’s the closest Post Office to our lock box facility. We are very excited for this new option and are always looking for ways to improve productivity at the Treasurers’ office.
 Know More About your Tax Bill:Tax bills can be complex and hard to understand, so view our FAQ’s video to get answers to some frequently
asked questions during the property tax process. Also, check out Lake County's new budget portal that tells you where your tax dollars go.
We also want to remind you to pay close attention to your
Assessment and to make sure you are receiving the property tax exemptions that
are available to you. Contact your local Township Assessor for more
information.
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In Person:
Pay with cash, check or Discover. New this year; we now take MasterCard,
Visa Credit & Visa Debit. (Fees will apply)
Partial Payments: As
in years past, we will be accepting partial payments during our collection
months May - October. Please be aware that any installment not paid in full by
its due date will accrue 1.5% per month. Please call 847-377-2323 for more
information if you intend on making partial payments.
Phone: Pay
with your MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Visa Credit, Visa Debit, or
your checking account by calling the automated line (1-877-690-3729) and using
the Jurisdiction code #7021. (Fees will apply)
By Mail:
Mail your payment using the envelopes provided with your bill. It must be postmarked
on or before the due date in order to avoid penalty.
Drop Box:
We have two drop box locations:
- Libertyville Campus off Winchester
Road, a half block west of Milwaukee Ave. (Located on drive leading to the Lake
County Central Permit Facility)
- Northeast entrance of the Lake
County Building, 18 N. County St. Waukegan.
Automatic Withdrawal Program: Sign up today to have your property taxes automatically
withdrawn from your checking or savings. This should be done at least two weeks
prior to the due dates.
Banks: New this
year, Chase will no longer accept property tax payments. To find out if your
bank or a bank near you accepts property tax payments, visit our website for a
complete list of the participating Lake County banks.
E-Check:
You will find this option by logging on to our website. You’ll need your tax
bill and your checking account information.
Credit Cards &/or Debit Cards: Visit our website to find out about fees and
procedures when using your credit cards or debit cards.
Please visit us at www.lakecountyil.gov/treasurer to find out what payment option works best for you.
Our
office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
We’re open until 7 p.m. on the June 3 and Sept. 3 due dates.
Phone 847-377-2323
Fax 847-984-5899
www.lakecountyil.gov/treasurer
David B. Stolman
Lake County Treasurer
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