TOWN OF PRESTON TAX COLLECTORS NOTICE ...

The following taxes are due January 1, 2026:

The second and final installment on Real Estate and Personal Property, including the SUPPLEMENTAL MOTOR VEHICLE TAXES on the Grand List of October 1, 2024, are due and payable on January 1, 2026.  

The second installment may be paid WITHOUT PENALTY through February 3, 2026.  The rate of interest is 1.5% per month from the due date (18% per year) or a minimum of $2.00 per bill of installment.

FAILURE TO RECEIVE A BILL DOES NOT NEGATE THE TAX OR INTEREST (Sec. 12-130, 12-146).  If you do not receive a bill, please contact the Tax Collector's office immediately.

The tax rate is 25.11 mills on the dollar on the October 1, 2024 Grand List.

Payments may be made in person or mailed to:  Tax Collector, 389 Route 2, Preston, CT 06365-8830 

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Payments by check may be placed in the blue drop box located in front of town hall

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Payments made be paid online by selecting "Online Tax Payments and IRS Tax Statement" from the homepage.  Additional fees apply.

Town Hall Office Hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 p.m.  Thursdays 9:00 am to 6:30 pm

Jill Keith, Tax Collector

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Will paper bills be mailed?

A.  Yes.  Paper bills will be mailed on December 31, 2025.

Q:  When will tax bills be online?

A:  Tax bills may be viewed or paid online beginning January 1, 2026.

Q:  When can I pay the 2nd installment without interest?

A:  The second installment of the 2024 grand list may be paid January 1, 2026 through February 3, 2026 WITHOUT interest or penalties.  3% Interest will be applied on February 4, 2026 and 1.5% additional interest will be added on the first of every month thereafter.  

TaxServ Capital Services

Please be advised that the Town of Preston is under contract with TaxServ Capital Services for the collection of the town's delinquent motor vehicle and personal property taxes. If you receive a letter from TaxServ, you must call TaxServ to discuss your account and arrange payment. If you do call the tax or assessor's office, you will be directed to TaxServ.

TaxServ Capital Services, LLC can be reached at:
Telephone: 860-724-9100
Fax: 860-727-1080
Website: https://www.taxserv.com

IF YOU NEED A DMV CLEARANCE, PLEASE CALL THE TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE BEFORE MAKING AN ONLINE PAYMENT TO TAXSERV.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Tax Collector’s office is responsible for the billing and collection of all Real Estate, Personal Property, Motor Vehicle Taxes and related penalty charges.

The Tax Collector’s goal is to assist in maintaining the fiscal stability of the Town of Preston by ensuring the timely collection and recording of all revenues through the diligent application of Connecticut State Statutes, regulations and other enforcement aids, while assisting the public in understanding the taxation process and procedures and maintaining an effective and cordial relationship with the general public. The Town of Preston cannot override or make any decisions contrary to Connecticut General Statutes.

Mill Rate

The current mill rate is 25.11 mills or $25.11 per $1000 of assessed valuation as set by the Board of Finance.

Motor Vehicle Taxes

Supplemental motor vehicle taxes are due January 1st. Please make checks payable to the "Preston Tax Collector.”

Motor Vehicle tax bills are for vehicles owned on October 1, (on any given tax year). Vehicles are tracked by the plates. If you return plates, be sure to get a receipt to the Tax Assessor. All address changes are through the Department of Motor Vehicles. If you question your tax bills, please call the Tax Assessor's Office 860-887-5581, Ext. 107.

Delinquent Motor Vehicle Taxes

All delinquent motor vehicle taxes are reported to the State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles. This will prevent you from renewing your registration. Anyone needing a motor vehicle clearance must pay their tax bill in cash or certified funds. All taxes on all motor vehicles under your name must be paid in full. The Tax Collector may also require a forthcoming bill to be paid in full.

Property Taxes

According to State Statute Section 12-169, when the final day for payment falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal Holiday, payment may be made without interest or penalty on the next business day. 

Past Due Taxes

Interest will be charged on all payments received or postmarked after the 30 day grace period.  Any payments received after February 3, 2026 will include 3% interest. Interest is calculated at 1.5%/month (18%/ year), Connecticut State Statue Sec. 12-146.

 Online Payment Fees Utilizing Invoice Cloud

• 2.99% for credit card payments
• $0.95 for electronic check payments
• Minimum service charge: $3.95

Paying by check, credit or debit card - clearance on motor vehicles take 5-7 days.