We just bought a brand new lot this year, but the tax bill came in the previous owner's name. Why didn't you update this?
When new lots or parcels are created during the year, new parcel numbers are assigned. However, the thing to keep in mind is that assessments are based on how the property existed on January 1 of the given year. How the property existed on January 1 is how the tax bill will be printed at the end of the year. If a new Plat, CSM (certified survey map), or deed creates new parcels during the year, those parcels will not be assessable and taxable until the following year. What can you do to receive your tax bill? Contact the treasurer for your municipality, who is authorized by statute to split the tax bill for you upon your request. PLEASE NOTE: Some counties process splitting of tax bills differently. Check with your county's Real Property Lister for information.

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1. I bought a parcel of land in Douglas County. Why didn't I receive my tax statement?
2. My spouse and I have divorced. Why does his/her name keep appearing on the assessment notices and tax bills?
3. My spouse has passed away, but the assessment notice and tax bill still shows the name. How can I get their name removed?
4. I don't believe my property assessment is correct. Can you change it?
5. I get several tax bills for adjacent parcels of land. Is there any way to combine them?
6. We just bought a brand new lot this year, but the tax bill came in the previous owner's name. Why didn't you update this?