Livingston Township Tax Collector: Pay Property Tax & Office
Use this page to find Livingston Township’s official property-tax lookup, pay a tax bill, confirm quarterly due dates, contact the Tax Collector, or decide whether your question belongs with the Collector or the Tax Assessor.
Livingston uses the WIPP system for tax and utility account lookup and online payments. The Township also accepts applicable payments through its Town Hall collection counter, mail and an after-hours drop box.
Livingston Township Tax Collector, Finance Department
357 S. Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Feb. 1, May 1, Aug. 1 and Nov. 1
WIPP tax and utility lookup/payment
Livingston Township Tax Collector office
The Tax Collector is part of Livingston Township’s Finance Department and handles the collection of municipal property taxes and related tax-account payment matters. The collection counter is at Livingston Town Hall.
357 S. Livingston Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
973-992-5000 ext. 5121, 5122, 5123 or 5124
Fax: 973-422-1152
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
How to pay Livingston property tax online
Livingston Township uses WIPP for its combined tax and utility lookup. The Township says the online system can be used with a credit card, debit card or eCheck. Use the municipal link or the WIPP link below rather than relying on an unrelated payment website.
Livingston NJ property-tax due dates and grace period
Livingston property taxes are paid in four quarterly installments. The regular due dates are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1.
| Quarter | Regular due date | Regular grace period | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st quarter | February 1 | Through February 10 | Confirm any municipal extension before relying on a later date. |
| 2nd quarter | May 1 | Through May 10 | If the 10th is a weekend or holiday, the grace period moves to the next business day. |
| 3rd quarter | August 1 | Normally through August 10 | Third-quarter billing can be affected by estimated-bill timing. |
| 4th quarter | November 1 | Normally through November 10 | Use the current bill and Township notices for the final date. |
Livingston states that when the tenth day falls on a weekend or holiday, the grace period extends to the next business day. A temporary extension can also be authorized in particular circumstances, so the current bill or Township notice controls if a special date has been announced.
Pay in person, by mail or through the Livingston drop box
The Tax/Water Collection counter is on the first floor of Livingston Town Hall at 357 S. Livingston Avenue.
Make a check payable to the Township of Livingston and include the proper payment stub and identifying account information.
The Township identifies a payment drop box near the curb at the back southeast corner of Town Hall.
Information to put on a mailed check
Livingston instructs taxpayers to include the block, lot and account number on the check to help ensure correct posting. If you want a mailed receipt, the Township says to send the entire bill with a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Missing bills, mortgage changes and mailing-address updates
Use the online account lookup or contact the Tax Office at 973-992-5000 ext. 5121, 5122, 5123 or 5124 to confirm the amount or request bill information.
Livingston directs owners to notify the Tax Collector’s office in writing so future tax bills can be sent directly to the owner. The Township also provides a Change of Mortgage Status form.
The Tax Collector accepts written notification and the Township provides a Change of Mailing Address form for this purpose.
The Township’s FAQ advises that the closing attorney allocates the appropriate tax payments. The current tax bill should be passed to the new owner or the owner’s paying agent after the sale.
What happens if Livingston property tax is late?
If a payment is not made within the applicable grace period, delinquent interest can apply back to the statutory due date. Livingston’s FAQ states that New Jersey law does not permit the Township to waive or cancel accrued interest simply because a taxpayer asks for it.
Minimum amount for a delinquent quarterly payment
The Township states that the minimum payment on a delinquent tax account is the overdue quarterly installment plus all interest accumulated to the date of payment.
Partial payments
Livingston states that it does not accept additional partial-payment arrangements for property taxes beyond the quarterly installment structure established by state law.
Year-end penalty on large delinquent balances
The Township warns that if tax, water, sewer or other municipal charges remain delinquent at year-end and the principal plus interest is more than $10,000, a 6% year-end penalty can be charged under New Jersey law.
2026 Livingston standard tax lien sale
Livingston scheduled its 2026 standard online tax lien sale for October 16, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. The Township says the sale concerns delinquencies from the 2025 tax year and that a tax-sale certificate, rather than ownership of the property itself, is what is sold.
The Township’s tax-sale notice explains that sale costs and mailing charges may be added to delinquent balances. It also states that if payment was not received by September 15, 2026, the property owner’s name would appear in the public tax-sale notice.
Tax Collector vs. Tax Assessor in Livingston
The Collector and Assessor handle different parts of the property-tax system. Sending the question to the right office can prevent unnecessary back-and-forth.
| Question | Usually contact | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Pay a tax bill | Tax Collector | The Collector receives and posts municipal tax payments. |
| Check a balance or missing payment | Tax Collector | This concerns the collection account and payment record. |
| Delinquent interest or tax sale | Tax Collector | The Collector administers delinquent municipal tax collection. |
| Assessed property value | Tax Assessor | The Assessor maintains the property’s assessed valuation. |
| Assessment appeal | Tax Assessor / Essex County Tax Board | An appeal challenges assessment, not payment collection. |
| Owner name on the property record | Tax Assessor | Ownership-name changes depend on the recorded deed. |
Tax deductions, exemptions and New Jersey relief programs
The Livingston Tax Collector and Tax Assessor pages link residents to New Jersey property-tax relief resources. Eligibility is program-specific, so use the current application instructions rather than assuming that owning or occupying a Livingston property automatically qualifies.
New Jersey’s homeowner and renter property-tax relief program.
Review the current eligibility and filing requirements before applying.
Eligibility depends on the applicable New Jersey veteran rules.
A separate exemption may apply when the statutory requirements are met.
Livingston Township Tax Collector questions
When are Livingston NJ property taxes due?
The regular quarterly due dates are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. Livingston normally provides a ten-day grace period, subject to weekend, holiday or specifically authorized extensions.
Can I pay Livingston property taxes online?
Yes. Livingston Township uses WIPP for tax and utility lookup and online payment. The Township lists credit card, debit card and eCheck as online payment options.
Where is the Livingston Township Tax Collector?
The Tax Collector is in Livingston Town Hall at 357 S. Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039. Regular posted hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Does Livingston use the postmark as my property-tax payment date?
No. The Township states that payments are posted on the date they are received by the Tax Collector’s office, not by the postal postmark date.
What if I never received my Livingston tax bill?
Use WIPP to check the account or contact the Tax Office for the amount due or duplicate bill information. Non-receipt of the bill does not eliminate the tax obligation or delinquent interest.
Can Livingston waive interest on late property taxes?
The Township’s Tax Collector FAQ says no. New Jersey statutes do not permit the municipality to waive or cancel accrued interest on a delinquent property-tax payment.
Who handles an incorrect property assessment?
Contact the Livingston Tax Assessor for assessed-value and property-record questions. The Tax Collector handles billing collection, payment posting and delinquency matters rather than setting the assessed value.
Who is the Livingston Township Tax Collector?
The Township currently lists Vibha Desai, CTC as Tax Collector. Her listed contact is 973-992-5000 ext. 5120 and vdesai@livingstonnj.org.
Verify current Livingston property-tax information
Payment balances, delinquent payoff figures, temporary office changes and special tax-sale requirements can change. Use the Township’s own resources when a current amount or deadline affects your payment.
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